170R1-26-4 Community Food Animator

Six Nations; Ohsweken; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council seeks a Community Food Animator to lead health promotion and community food programs in Haudenosaunee culture. The role focuses on gardens, kitchens, markets, and youth engagement, delivering workshops and events with support from Allied Health Services.

A university degree or college diploma in health fields, plus relevant experience, is required. Salary begins at $29.07 per hour for 35 hours weekly; a competitive package will be offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a University degree in Health Sciences or related field
• College diploma in Health related field and one year related experience with knowledge and skills related to health promotion and community food systems
• Demonstrated experience working on community food security initiatives including community gardens, kitchens and/or markets
• Strong knowledge of and familiarity with Haudenosaunee food and food ways
• Must possess a valid ‘G’ class license and a vehicle
• High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office, MS Word & Excel
• Familiar with the Six Nations community and services available in the area
• Relate effectively with clients of all ages and their families/caregivers
• Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Understands the importance of confidentiality. Ability to work with tact and discretion

Responsibilities

• PROGRAM PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND EVALUATION: determines how to best support needs of the community through programming
• Coordinate and facilitate small group meetings and large community events to educate and engage about Haudenosaunee foods
• Support animation of community garden(s) and community food programs
• Organize and deliver workshops, outreach and information presentations and provide hands-on assistance in launching community food projects
• Implements health promotion/food based programs in the community
• Communicates with the Manager, Allied Health Services and relevant staff

Job description

Community Health and Wellness, Wellbeing

Contract (Up to 24 months)

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Community Food Animator Reports to and receives direct supervision from Manager, Allied Health Services -Community Health & Wellness, Wellbeing, and Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The role of the Community Food Animator is to provide a broad range of community-based activities that enhance health and well-being of the community with a focus on health promotion, community food programs and to develop vibrant community spaces acknowledging Haudenosaunee culture, especially foods and food ways.

Type

Contract – (Up to 24 months)

Closing Date

October 28 2026

Hours

35 hours per week

Wage

Min. $29.07 per hour

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a University degree in Health Sciences or related field

OR

College diploma in Health related field and one year related experience with knowledge and skills related to health promotion and community food systems

- Demonstrated experience working on community food security initiatives including community gardens, kitchens and/or markets

- Strong knowledge of and familiarity with Haudenosaunee food and food ways

• Must possess a valid ‘G’ class license and a vehicle

- High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office, MS Word & Excel

Other Related Skills:

• Familiar with the Six Nations community and services available in the area
• Relate effectively with clients of all ages and their families/caregivers
• Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Understands the importance of confidentiality. Ability to work with tact and discretion.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Community Food Animator

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to and receives direct supervision from the Manager, Allied Health Services, and Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The role of the Community Food Animator is to provide a broad range of community-based activities that enhance health and well-being of the community with a focus on health promotion, community food programs and to develop vibrant community spaces acknowledging Haudenosaunee culture, especially foods and food ways.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• TECHNICAL FUNCTIONS:
• Program planning, development and evaluation:
• In collaboration with nutrition services and the Manager, Allied Health Services, determines how to best support needs of the community through programming
• Work with key stakeholders to develop the process and design of the programs/projects
• Coordinate and facilitate small group meetings, and large community events to educate, build capacity and engagement; specific around Haudenosaunee foods and food ways
• Support animation of community garden(s) and community food programs
• Organizing and deliver workshops, outreach and information presentations and provide hands‑on assistance in launching community food projects
• Implements health promotion/food based programs in the community:
• Facilitates groups and/or education programs with the support of relevant regulated health care providers/program support staff
• Utilizes culturally appropriate principles throughout programming and communicating with community participants
• Complies with established safety precautions and standards, infection control procedures and aseptic and isolation techniques
• COMMUNICATIONS FUNCTIONS:
• Employs appropriate communication skills when interacting with participants, families and other staff
• Follows procedures for reporting hazardous conditions, equipment and incidents
• Ensures privacy is maintained in accordance with relevant regulations
• Provides appropriate advocacy for participants and families when necessary
• Communicates regularly with the Manager, Allied Health Services
• ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS:
• Planning weekly itinerary and completing monthly work reports and statistics
• Follow established reporting procedures as laid out by the program
• Complete necessary monthly report forms and ensure relevant statistics are maintained as required
• Review Health Promotion Services policy and procedure manual, work plans and job descriptions annually
• Coordinate and schedule events, programs and activities
• Support funding applications for future sustainability of the project
• OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Other duties as assigned or deemed necessary as it relates to the position.

• Provides support to the Six Nations Emergency Measures Plan by ensuring awareness of the Emergency measures Plan and assistance as instructed by the Director of health Services.
• It is the responsibility of the employee to be aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures, including those that relate to client safety, staff safety and risk management.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working has a high profile, extensive public contact and is subject to deadlines and interruptions.

Work may at times be subject to unscheduled hours and out of office work.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

With the Manager, Allied Health Services

Receives direction, guidance, encouragement; discusses plans and priorities.

With Other Staff

Promotes courtesy, co-operation and teamwork with all staff.

With External Agencies

Represents and promotes Six Nations interests relative to health services; maintains awareness of legislative policy and program changes; seeks to develop close working relationships.

With the Public

Represents and promotes the health services interests of Six Nations; works in a courteous, co-operative positive and proactive manner, provides information and advice.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Graduate of a University degree in Health Sciences or related field

OR

• College diploma in Health related field and one year related experience with knowledge and skills related to health promotion and community food systems

- Demonstrated experience working on community food security initiatives including community gardens, kitchens and/or markets

- Strong knowledge of and familiarity with Haudenosaunee food and food ways

• Must possess a valid ‘G’ class license and a vehicle

- High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office, MS Word & Excel

Other Related Skills:

• Familiar with the Six Nations community and services available in the area
• Relate effectively with clients of all ages and their families/caregivers
• Strong organizational skills and, able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Understands the importance of confidentiality. Ability to work with tact and discretion.

IMPACT OF ERROR:

Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss credibility, poor public relation, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Director of Health Services, Health Committee, Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council, Government Agencies and the public.

CONTROL:

Guiding principles set by Health Services Department and Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council. Works within the administrative policies and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River Council for the Health Services Department and other legislation provided by the respective government.