Food Security Engagement Assistant

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Two positions are available at Food Matters Manitoba this summer. Both positions are from May 26 – August 29, 35 hours per week, $12 per hour.

The food security engagement assistant will:

  • Assist in the coordination of Manitoba Garden Makeover
  • Assist in coordination of Food Matters Manitoba’s annual general meeting and Manitoba Food Security Network gathering
  • Assist in promotion of the 2014 Golden Carrot Awards
  • Identify new potential Manitoba Food Charter signatories
  • Display and present at events
  • Other duties as assigned

About You:

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

  • Strong interest in and knowledge of community food security issues
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with proven attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Able to exercise independent judgement
  • Self-motivated and a team player
  • Able to multitask and meet deadlines
  • Valid driver’s licence and occasional access to a vehicle considered an asset

*To be eligible for these positions, applicants must have been a full-time student in spring 2014 and be returning to school full-time in fall 2014, be between the age of 15 and 30, and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Application deadline is May 9, 2014. All interested applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to Carolyn Townend (info@foodmattersmanitoba.ca).

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

(View PDF version: Summer Positions Available at Food Matters Manitoba)

Start Date: 
Mon, 05/26/2014
Deadline: 
9 May 2014
Region: 
Location: 
Food Matters Manitoba
Winnipeg  Manitoba
Canada