Job Alert! Gardens Program and Education Manager at Ecosource
Posted: December 20, 2017
Categories: GoodFoodBites / News from Sustain Members
Ecosource, a Sustain Ontario Member, is seeking a Gardens Program and Education Manager. Applications are due January 14th, 2018, please see the job details below.
Full-Time, 35 hrs per week
Who we are: Ecosource is an innovative environmental organization that empowers the community to become more environmentally responsible through creative public education. We specialize in hands-on programming that aims to increase environmental sustainability in Peel Region and beyond.
The position: Ecosource is seeking a Gardens Program & Education Manager to support Ecosource’s Community Gardens & Urban Agriculture programs. The Gardens Program & Education Manager will oversee the delivery and development of community gardens and local food programs in the Region of Peel. A key focus of this position is the management of Ecosource’s growing Community Gardens & Urban Agriculture team, including 5 full-time and 3 part-time staff.
Responsibilities:
- Oversees Ecosource’s Community Gardens and Urban Agriculture programs, managing all existing partnerships and projects as well as identifying areas for development
- Leads the development of new community gardens and local food projects in the Region of Peel
- Works with community organizations and key stakeholders to develop strategic partnerships
- Oversees the development of educational programs and resources on the topics of community gardening, urban agriculture, and local food
- Manages community gardening events (harvest festivals, networking events, workshops) in collaboration with the Gardens Team
- Evaluates program progress and feeds evaluation back into future program development
- Provides relevant education and support to partner groups across the community, as required
- Coordinates regular email, written and telephone communication with internal and external partners
- Monitors, tracks, evaluates and reports on program outcomes, materials and budget
- Supervises a team of 5 full-time staff and 3 part-time staff
- Leads fundraising activities for Ecosource’s Community Gardens & Urban Agriculture programs in collaboration with the Executive Director
- Works in collaboration with Ecosource’s leadership team on organizational projects, including the implementation of Ecosource’s strategic goals, health and safety programs, organization-wide fundraising events, etc.
Qualifications:
- Successful completion of a university degree and/or equivalent work experience
- Minimum two (2) years of experience leading teams of 3-5
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in project management
- Knowledge of best practices in HR management
- Demonstrated ability as a fundraiser with extensive knowledge of sector-specific trends
- Strategic thinker adept at building solid relationships with key stakeholders
- Comprehensive knowledge of local food systems, community gardening, and/or urban agriculture
- Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize work in order to meet project deadlines
- Analytical thinker, organized, energetic, flexible, self-motivated and possesses a sense of humour
- Familiarity with the Region of Peel and working with marginalized communities an asset
- Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications and proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications
- Strong project monitoring, tracking, evaluation and report writing skills
- Ability to work outside normal business hours, as required
- Fluency in a language represented in our gardens community an asset (eg. Punjabi, Urdu, Italian, Gujarati, Tamil)
- Applicants are required to hold a valid “G” driver’s license and must have access to a reliable car
Application Information:
This is a full-time position at 35 hrs per week for a 12-month term starting February 2018, with the possibility of extension/becoming permanent. Salary is in the $50,000s (dependent upon experience) and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.
Deadline for applications is Sunday, January 14th, 2018 at midnight.
Interviews are planned for late January with a start date of early February 2018. A Vulnerable Sector Police Record Search will be required upon hiring. Ecosource offers a great team-oriented work environment with excellent opportunities for skills expansion. Ecosource provides equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified persons.
Qualified applicants please submit a cover letter and resume detailing how your experience matches with each of the qualifications listed for this position via e-mail to:
Britt McKee, Garden Programs & Education Manager Email: bmckee@ecosource.ca
Please note that resumes without a cover letter, or generic cover letters and resumes, will not be reviewed. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
The original posting is at http://ecosource.ca/employment/