[sust-mar] Hiring: Nova Scotia Organizer, National Farmers Union, anywhere in Nova Scotia

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Hiring: Nova Scotia District Organizer
Organization: National Farmers Union
Location: anywhere in Nova Scotia

District Organizer
NFU Region 1, District 3 – Nova Scotia

The National Farmers Union is a direct-membership organization made up of Canadian farmers and farmworkers who share common goals. NFU members work together to achieve agricultural policies that ensure dignity and security of income for farm families, farm units, and farm workers, while enhancing the land for future generations, working nationally and internationally for farmers and social justice. The National Farmers Union is unique among farm organizations in working for people’s interests against corporate control of our food system.

The District Organizer is a part-time term position to support the work of the District membership in Nova Scotia to advance food sovereignty and build the membership base. The District Organizer works remotely. Hours of work may vary seasonally with fewer hours during the growing season and more in the off-season.

To Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to: hiring at nfu.ca by Saturday, April 8th. Please indicate you saw this posting at GoodWork.ca.

The Role & Responsibilities

The District Organizer’s responsibilities include the following:
• Membership engagement, communication, outreach
• Membership database management, upgrades, and use
• Organizing and facilitating events and learning opportunities
• Supporting the NFU District Leadership with meeting agendas, minutes, emails, reminders and meeting logistics.
• Supporting the District and Regional Conventions through Zoom and/or in-person administration: arrangements, communications, sponsorship, and minutes
• Other duties as assigned and agreed upon by all parties involved

Reporting: The District Organizer reports to the District Coordinator or their designate for administrative roles and to the NFU Executive Director regarding employment.

Working Conditions

This is a part-time, term position at a rate of $23.50 per hour from date of hire through at least December 2023, with a possibility of extension based on performance and funding. The District Organizer works remotely. This position allows significant flexibility as to the time of work. Reduced hours during the growing season can be negotiated, with as few as 5 hrs/week during the growing season (May-September) and as many as 15 hrs/week during the off-season. A record of hours worked will be submitted on a monthly basis. Farmers and farm workers in Nova Scotia are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Ideal Candidate
• The ideal candidate is highly-organized, responsible person who is focused and effective.
• You share the NFU’s goals and a passion for creating a food and farm system in Canada that supports farmers, farms, rural communities, and the environment.
• Ideally, you have some experience in agriculture, either directly or through schooling.
• You are eager to take initiative in your tasks but are also willing to check in, receive feedback and continuously learn in a collaborative environment.
• You see your role as key to the functioning of a vibrant progressive organization.
• You have a high degree of professionalism and are innately organized.
• You have strong written and communication skills and, ideally, are also fluent in French.
• You love managing lots of incoming information and taking ownership for great results.
• You have a driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle.

Skills

The District Organizer will have:
• Organizational skills to manage administrative tasks
• Ability to communicate with genuine interest on the phone and via email
• An understanding of agriculture and social justice in Canada and interest to learn
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking responsibility for deliverables
• Attention to detail, accuracy, conscientiousness
• Interest in learning membership and fund development
• A proactive, positive, industrious, and socially-conscientious attitude
• Commitment to diversity, inclusivity and respect
• Technical skills are an asset – willingness to learn is required
• Communications – Excellent written and spoken English
• Proficiency in French is strongly valued
• Proficiency in online communications including Mailchimp and WordPress is an asset

The NFU is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applicants of diverse race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, religion, ability, sexual orientation, and gender expression.

The NFU will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please include them with your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.

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