Project Description
The Middlesex-London Food Policy Council (MLFPC) is leading implementation for London Community Recovery Network’s Idea for Action 4.1: Increase focus on addressing food insecurity.
MLFPC is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage the next phase of its report, which will entail:
Collaborative development of a framework for a southwestern Ontario regional agri-food network; and,
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Proposing coordinated activities and advocacy efforts that a network of stakeholders supporting community food security and the development of the local agri-food system could engage in collectively (i.e. action items for the network).
Deliverables
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Research and summarize existing models of regional agri-food networks
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Lead internal MLFPC committee to oversee this project
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Plan to host stakeholder meeting(s), discussions
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Recruit and hire a facilitator to guide the stakeholder meeting(s)
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Technical report addressing the feasibility, key considerations, potential barriers, and potential benefits of an agri-food network in southwestern Ontario.
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Recommended priority action items for the network
Qualifications
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Familiarity with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and reporting within an SDG framework
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Project management experience, including setting and working to goals, targets, timelines and milestones
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Experience with community engagement, establishing safe spaces for diverse voices to work collaboratively, with particular attention to individuals and communities who are systemically excluded from decision-making processes
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Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
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Knowledge of food system issues and food systems in southwestern Ontario would be an asset
Timeline
Contract is expected to begin mid-October 2022, with a final report due June 2023
Application Deadline: Monday, September 26, 2022
For more information about this position and to apply, click here.