Black Creek Community Farm Lead (Interim) (ref 641ES)

Black Creek Community Farm Lead (Interim)

FoodShare acknowledges that the sacred land in which we operate is situated upon the traditional territories of the Wendat Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-oh-sho-nee) the Anishinabeg (Ah-nish-in-nah-beg) and the Mississaugas of the Credit. This territory is covered by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant an agreement between the Anishinabeg and Haudenosaunee allied nations to peaceably share and care for the lands around the Great Lakes. FoodShare recognizes the many Nations of Indigenous People who presently live on this land those who have spent time here and the ancestors who have hunted and gathered on this land known as Turtle Island.

It is within this context that FoodShare Toronto invites nominations and applications for the position of BCCF Lead (Interim) . This eighteen-month parental leave contract offers an exceptional opportunity to guide one of Canadas most respected urban agriculture organizations through an important period of transition while advancing a vision rooted in food justice equity sustainability and community leadership.

Reporting to FoodShare Torontos Director of Programs the BCCF Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of the Farms work. Working closely with the Management Team FoodShare leadership community partners funders volunteers and residents the successful candidate will ensure the continued delivery of high-impact programs while maintaining organizational stability advancing strategic priorities and strengthening relationships throughout the Jane and Finch community. The BCCF Lead will provide leadership across strategic implementation financial stewardship communications community partnerships and day-to-day operations. As the organizations primary ambassador they will nurture relationships with funders government agencies and community-focused organizations and individuals while ensuring that BCCFs work continues to reflect its longstanding commitment to food justice anti-oppression and community-centred leadership.

Qualifications

Among the qualifications being sought in candidates the successful individual will bring a deep commitment to food justice equity anti-racism and community-centred leadership. While all candidates are encouraged to apply and describe how they would contribute to BCCFs continued success the following credentials and experiences are viewed as strong indicators of success in the role: A) Demonstrated leadership experience within a nonprofit charitable community-based or mission-driven organization including responsibility for strategic implementation organizational performance financial stewardship and operational leadership; B) Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams fostering an inclusive workplace culture and successfully managing organizational change while balancing multiple priorities;

C) A demonstrated understanding of food justice anti-oppression racial equity and the systemic barriers affecting diverse communities together with the ability to build authentic relationships within the Jane and Finch community or similarly diverse communities; D) A proven ability to secure funding in one or more of the following areas; grants foundations government corporate partnerships and / or donor engagement while building strong relationships with funders community organizations public agencies and community partners; E) Excellent communication relationship-building and public representation skills complemented by strong organizational abilities and proficiency with common organizational technologies and; F) Experience in urban agriculture community food systems or environmental sustainability along with relevant lived experience.

The salary range for this position is between $84825 $93015 CAD per year. This posting reflects an 18-month contract intended to provide leadership continuity during the incumbents parental leave. The duration of this assignment aligns with organizational and operational needs.

How to Apply

Embedding food justice in all FoodShares work includes training all staff and board members on anti-racism and the ways oppression is manifested in our food system and food movement. For more on how FoodShare is putting these values into action read through their Combating Anti-Black Racism Action Plan .

FoodShare Toronto is partnering with BES Executive Search a firm committed to ensuring that every search mandate engages a pluralistic and intersectional range of candidates. Applicants are guided through what BES calls The BES Experiencea thoughtful candidate-centred process that meets candidates with support and care throughout the search process. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply by clicking HERE .

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) applicants living with a disability will be provided with accommodation throughout the search process. Should accommodations be required please make Melissa Sumnauth aware by emailing .

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