Indigenous Programs Coordinator for Food Initiatives

4 weeks ago

Canada Farm to Cafeteria Canada Full time
Farm to Cafeteria Canada (F2CC) is in search of a full-time Indigenous Programs Coordinator to spearhead our Nourishing Indigenous Food and Foodways in Schools initiative.

Position Overview: This role is designed for remote work, accessible from any location across Canada or Indigenous Territories.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday with flexible hours, allowing for collaboration with team members and partners across various time zones. We are open to discussing a range of 28-40 hours per week for this contract.

Compensation: $38.40 per hour.

Position Summary: Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Indigenous Programs Coordinator will collaborate with F2CC staff, the initiative's Circle of Advisors, and project partners to advance the Nourishing Indigenous Food and Foodways in Schools initiative, a four-year partnership-based project. The Coordinator will oversee various workstreams, including the establishment of a dedicated grant stream for schools in Indigenous communities or those serving a significant number of Indigenous students, the creation of an adapted Food is Our Medicine learning journey for K-12 education, and the facilitation of relationship building, project learning, impact assessment, and knowledge dissemination.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Relationship Building and Collaboration:
    • Facilitate meetings, including quarterly Stewardship Group sessions and project working group discussions, to foster reflection, sharing, continuous learning, and cultural celebration.
    • Encourage relationship building and knowledge exchange among educators, principals, Elders, Traditional Knowledge Keepers, public health professionals, youth, food providers, and other stakeholders in school communities nationwide.
    • Lead the development and execution of an Indigenous school food grant stream aimed at enhancing student access to healthy, culturally relevant foods while engaging them in practical activities that promote their understanding of food skills and Indigenous foodways.
    • Collaborate on the adaptation of the K-12 Food is Our Medicine learning journey, engaging with Nourish Leadership and other F2CC staff to ensure its relevance and effectiveness.
    • Coordinate an in-person gathering to unite participants from diverse Indigenous school communities for knowledge sharing and storytelling related to Indigenous food and foodways.
    • Assist in the development and implementation of the initiative's Knowledge Mobilization Strategy and Evaluation Plan, ensuring appropriate protocols guide the work.
  • Communications and Knowledge Sharing:
    • Support school communities by addressing their needs and opportunities, documenting and sharing success stories through various platforms, and assisting with grant applications.
    • Enhance communication efforts by maximizing language accessibility and supporting Indigenous language revitalization initiatives.
    • Facilitate broader knowledge sharing regarding Indigenous food and foodways, including supporting the Indigenous School Food Circle.
  • Organizational Involvement and Project Management:
    • Contribute to F2CC's organizational approach, ensuring Indigenous values and perspectives are integrated into the national farm-to-school movement.
    • Assist in monitoring and maintaining the initiative's workplan and reporting to funders on project activities.
    • Support fundraising efforts to expand the initiative and this role.

Qualifications:

  • Experience with Indigenous protocols, teachings, and worldviews.
  • Experience working with urban, rural, and/or remote Indigenous communities.
  • Familiarity with food security and food sovereignty issues.
  • Commitment to food justice and anti-oppression principles.
  • Minimum of two years of experience in community development or food security programming.
  • Proven experience in community outreach, mobilization, facilitation, and capacity building.
  • Ability to manage collaborative projects and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Experience with digital communication tools and platforms.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  • Access to a computer and reliable internet connection.
  • Experience in a non-profit setting.
  • Proficiency in French or one or more Indigenous languages is an asset.

F2CC is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that respects and values diverse communities. We encourage applications from individuals with relevant skills and experience.

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