Urban Farming Coordinator (UFC) - Calgary

MicroHabitat

Calgary

On-site

CAD 25,003 - 35,610

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Mile reimbursement

Monthly cell phone compensation

Free coffee and tea

Job summary

A sustainable urban agriculture company in Calgary is seeking an Urban Farming Coordinator responsible for managing urban agriculture projects and client communication. The role involves supervising farming operations, conducting workshops, and requires a degree in a related field. Ideal candidates are passionate about sustainability and possess strong mobilization and leadership skills. Competitive hourly salary of $22 and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

Experience in agriculture, horticulture, or sustainable development.
Strong written and verbal skills in English.
Valid driver’s license with at least two years driving experience.

Responsibilities

Lead urban agriculture projects for diverse clientele.
Manage client communication and urban farming operations.
Conduct educational workshops on urban farming.

Skills

Strong mobilization skills

Participative leadership

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Vision for urban agriculture

Education

College or university degree in agriculture or environmental sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Smartphones

Job description

JOB POSITION: Urban Farming Coordinator

Are you looking to work for a company that values sustainability and helps build greener cities and communities?

MicroHabitat is seeking a motivated, ambitious individual with strong leadership and a passion for farming to fill the position of Urban Farming Coordinator.

Introduction:

At MicroHabitat, we implement urban agriculture to improve urban environments, enhance city dwellers' lifestyles, and foster greater awareness of environmental issues. We set up edible gardens on rooftops and ground-level spaces for businesses, institutions, and schools, reconnecting people with nature and their food sources.

What’s in it for you?

A fulfilling job where you can grow in unique spaces and enjoy the growing season.
Competitive salary.
Free coffee and tea in a workplace focused on employee well-being.
A team-oriented environment encouraging initiative and leadership and autonomy.
An opportunity to be a change maker part of the biggest global urban farming initiative

Job Description:

The Urban Farming Coordinator will lead urban agriculture projects for a multicultural clientele in various districts of their region. Reporting to the Operations Director, this individual will be responsible for planning, setting up, supervising, and managing food production areas. They will also handle client communication, collaborate with the sales and marketing teams, and oversee all urban farming operations in their region. The role includes educating and transferring urban farming knowledge to a diverse audience.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Set up and oversee urban agriculture projects.
Manage client accounts and production zones.
Guide and evaluate urban farming activities in the region.
Work with the MicroHabitat team to expand the company globally and promote urban farming in each city.
Conduct educational workshops for clients of all ages.

Horticultural Management:

Coordinate and prepare materials for installations.
Lead installations and supervise the team throughout the season.
Ensure the maintenance of MicroHabitat’s urban farms and engage organizations by providing project info and horticultural advice.
Perform quality assurance for farm maintenance.
Handle tasks like harvesting, watering, pest control, and plant care.
Conduct educational activities with clients.

Representation and Administration:

Host info kiosks and workshops on urban agriculture.
Attend team, partner, and client meetings.
Prepare reports and document activities for each production site.
Manage tool purchases and infrastructure maintenance.
Perform quality assurance checks on farm infrastructures.
Create standard documents and training guides.
Work with different company branches (sales and marketing) and other MicroHabitat cities.
Participate in grant applications and processing.

Project Management:

Oversee all phases of establishing food production sites.
Coordinate installations, maintenance visits, and closure events.
Enforce safety measures across all MicroHabitat operations.
Maintain cleanliness across all production areas.
File all operational reports.
Contribute to process improvements.
Plan and coordinate production site visits.

Client Experience and Marketing:

Manage project coordination and client accounts in the region.
Send communications, marketing materials, and content to clients.
Ensure client satisfaction and loyalty.
Share operational reports with partners and clients.
Enhance client satisfaction processes.
Collect marketing content for the marketing and sales teams.
Ensure the MicroHabitat brand shines across all regional activities.

Human Resource Management:

Recruit the installation team.
Supervise teams during installations.
Monitor and evaluate employee performance and needs.
Report on staff performance to the Operations Director and other relevant team members.

Conditions:

Required Education and Experience (flexible):

College or university degree in agriculture, urban agriculture, horticulture, environmental sciences, sustainable development, or customer service.
Experience or studies in agriculture, horticulture, urban farming, or sustainable development.
Theoretical and practical knowledge in agriculture or customer service.
Experience in mobilization and workshop facilitation.
Familiarity with tools like smartphones, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, etc.).
Strong written and verbal skills in English.
Valid driver’s license with two years of driving experience.
Functional smartphone.

Desired Skills: