Food Matters Manitoba is creating an applicant pool for internships in the following areas:

Communications, Program Support, Dig In Manitoba, Youth Exchange, Growing Local Conference. An internship at Food Matters

Manitoba is a great way to learn new skills, make a difference, and begin your career. All internships are 35 hours per week, based in Winnipeg and paid $14 per hour. Please note internship criteria at the end of this posting.

Those interested in applying for these positions are invited to send their resume and cover letter by email to info@foodmattersmanitoba.ca (subject line: Internship Applicant Pool). In your cover letter clearly indicate which position(s) you are applying for.

Applications are due November 27, 2013.

We anticipate the Communications Intern position will run from 9 December 2013 to 21 July 2014.

The Communications Intern will assist the Office and Communications Coordinator with the daily communication activities of the organization and the development of new communications tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Assisting with the communications for organizational events such as Localvore and the Growing Local Conference and taking the lead on promoting them to the public and key audiences.
• Media relations, including pitching story ideas, responding to inquiries and participating in interviews.
• Updating the FMM website and contact databases.
• Monitoring local media and tracking media hits.
• Editing, assembling and distributing FMM newsletters and the FMM northern newsletter.
• Edit and develop the FMM Annual Report
• Using traditional and social media to establish a greater organizational presence and public awareness of food security in rural, urban and northern Manitoba.
• Attending major conferences/events with the FMM display.
• Other duties as required

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Proven web and social networking capabilities, and knowledge of new media
• Experience and/or training in Communications and Public Relations
• Knowledge of, and interest in, food security and rural issues is considered an asset
• Basic layout and design skills
• The ability to travel and make public presentations
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with proven attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working with the public
• Able to exercise independent judgment
• Strong time management and able to multitask and meet deadlines
• High level of computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite
• Be self motivated and a team player
• A valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle would be an asset

INTERNSHIP CRITERIA

• Between 15 and 30 years of age at the time of placement;
• A graduate of a post-secondary education program;
• Not receiving Employment Insurance benefits;
• Have not previously held a Career Focus internship position;
• Be unemployed or underemployed (working 20 hours or less on a regular basis); or working in a job that does not match your area of educational study;
• Out of school;
• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee status has been conferred;
• Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations;

Those interested in applying for these positions are invited to send their resume and cover letter by email to info@foodmattersmanitoba.ca (subject line: Internship Applicant Pool).  In your cover letter clearly indicate which position(s) you are applying for.

Thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected to be interviewed will be contacted.