Reports to: FCC Director
Hours: Approx 6-8 hours per week
Contract: Sept 1 - April 30 (potentially some summer prep)
Food Collective Centre is a service run by students dedicated to cultivating stronger food systems in the McMaster and surrounding community. We offer a number of support resources that are available for everyone: Students, Alumni, Staff, and Hamilton Community Partners to access.
Please note this posting will close Monday, June 23rd at 11:59pm.
The FCC Outreach Coordinator (OC)
is responsible for building
and maintaining
relationship with internal and community partners from the McMaster and nearby Hamilton community. They will engage in opportunities to connect with new sponsors, donors, and partners to support the food bank. The OC is responsible for
organizing food donation efforts, including planning food drives, arranging donation pick-ups, and ensuring smooth transportation and storage of donations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Awareness and understanding of food (in)security in a campus environment
Awareness and understanding of what the Community Fridge is and its purpose on campus
Organizational and time management skills an asset
Interpersonal skills an asset
Excellent speaking, listening, and facilitation skills
Ability to recognize and respond effectively to student concerns
Sensitivity to diverse lived experiences from a wide range of backgrounds
Ability to work independently
Creativity and innovation regarding student engagement techniques
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
Passionate about helping to alleviate food insecurity in the McMaster and Hamilton communities
Effort & Responsibility
Effort required to exercise judgment in situations
Effort required to deal with sensitive subject information and maintain confidentiality as required
Effort required to be actively present at meetings
Responsible for maintaining
an appropriate and positive image of the FCC and MSU
Working Conditions
Time demands may exceed stated hours of work
Occasionally working in-person will be required for this position
Working in a secure food storage area is required
Training and Experience
Previous experience with food raisers and fundraisers is an asset
Experience coordinating volunteers is an asset
Experience planning large-scale events is an asset
Training and experience with a community fridge is an asset
Equipment
Shared computer and telephone resources
Photocopier
