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March 8, 2023 by Karen Lavin

March E-News

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To subscribe to our monthly free e-newsletter, CLICK HERE.

The newsletter will go to your inbox once a month to let you know what is happening at the farm.

Filed Under: eNews Tagged With: #CityFarmNursery, #eartharts, #earthkids, #organicfarmersmarket, #youtheducation, Slider, Workshops

March 1, 2023 by Karen Lavin

VACANCY: Promotions and Admin Coordinator

Are you an efficient, highly motivated and organised individual who communicates well and enjoys working with a diverse range of people? Do you have high level skills in promotions and office administration?

 

Northey Street City Farm             
….. a place for learning about living sustainably in the city

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title:                                 Promotions & Administration Coordinator

Award:                           Northey Street City Farm (NSCF) Staff Agreement – permanent part time

Hours:                             20 hours per week.

Pay rate:                         NSCF Enterprise Agreement Level 3, $26.89 per hour, excluding entitlements as defined in the NSCF Staff Agreement such as leave and superannuation.

Contract Position:      Permanent Part-time

Responsible to:            Enterprise & Support Team Manager

ROLE

The Promotions and Administration Coordinator provides promotional, fundraising and administrative support to all NSCF activities. The person should be an efficient, highly motivated and organised individual who communicates well and enjoys working with a diverse range of people. The role requires the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy office environment and have high level skills in promotions and office administration.

Organisation

Established in 1994, Northey Street City Farm is a non-profit community organisation for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn the principles of Permaculture through hands-on experience. Join an enthusiastic, passionate group of people to work on one of Australia’s largest city farms. NSCF is a Permaculture demonstration site. Our education program caters for all ages with a variety of courses and activities. We also operate social enterprises including City Farm Nursery, and Brisbane’s only Organic Farmers Markets. NSCF is a community hub that facilitates the development of social connections and new skills for volunteers and participants in a variety of programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Promotions

  • Develop and implement NSCF promotional strategies.
  • Assist with developing NSCF promotional materials.
  • Maintain NSCF website content and social media presence
  • Ensure an appropriate promotional presence at internal and external events.

Fundraising

  • Identify and initiate fundraising opportunities including grants, sponsorships, and donations.
  • Develop & implement fundraising activities at NSCF events.

Administration

  • Be a well-informed ‘first point of call’ for the public seeking information about NSCF and its activities.
  • Maintain stationery supplies and office and IT equipment.
  • Ensure all electronic and hard filing is efficiently maintained and periodically archived. Ensure confidentiality and safe custody of files.
  • Handle bookings and payments for NSCF’s educational and other programs.
  • Ensure the membership and volunteer database is maintained. Ensure that membership registrations are processed promptly, and renewal notices issued as appropriate.
  • Assist Enterprise & Support Manager as needed with staff recruitment processes, including preparation of documents, advertising and liaising with applicants.
  • Attend meetings as required.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

  1. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  2. Experience in office administration in a small organisation.
  3. Intermediate-to-advanced skills and experience in using Microsoft Office suite, including graphics programs, Mailerlite, WordPress and social media platforms.
  4. Demonstrated experience in preparing a variety of communication materials (print and digital) for a variety of audiences.
  5. Experience maintaining and developing a social media profile for an organisation
  6. Experience in fundraising
  7. Ability to efficiently co-ordinate a range of tasks.
  8. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a small team.

Desirable

  1. Experience working in community/not-for-profit organisations.
  2. Possess a general understanding of Permaculture or a willingness to learn.

APPLICATIONS

Applications must address each of the selection criteria individually (maximum 100 words each).

Please also include a CV with at least two referees.

For further information, please contact Simon Calcinai on enterprise.mgr@nscf.org.au.

  • Applications are due by 4pm Tuesday 21 March 2023.
  • Proposed start date is late March 2023.
  • Please submit application electronically to: info@nscf.org.au
  • Phone: (07)3857 8775   Email:  info@nscf.org.au Web: www.nscf.org.au

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Northey Street City Farm is proactively building meaningful relationships and programs with First Nations people in all its activities. 

 

Our Belief – The dominant way of life is unsustainable but by practicing Permaculture we can create an environmentally, socially and economically just world.
Our Vision – “All living sustainably”
Our Purpose – Our purpose is to be an inspirational working model of a community-based urban permaculture farm which promotes and educates for sustainability.
Our Values – Caring for Earth, Caring for People, & Learning

 

 

Filed Under: Jobs Tagged With: Jobs, Jobs @ NSCF, Slider

February 15, 2023 by Karen Lavin

VACANCY: Market Coordinator

Are you an enterprising individual with excellent communication and people management skills, with a sound understanding of local food systems, organic certification requirements, and the ability to manage a successful market?

 

Northey Street City Farm             
….. a place for learning about living sustainably in the city

 

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

Award: Northey Street City Farm (NSCF) Staff Agreement – permanent part time 

Hours: 20 hours per week (The applicant will be required to work Sundays, some 4am starts required) 

Pay rate: NSCF Award Agreement Level 3, $26.89 p/hr, plus entitlements as defined in the NSCF Staff Agreement (Sunday penalty rates paid) 

Contract Position: Permanent Part-time 

Responsible to: Enterprise & Support Manager 

Role

The Market Coordinator will be responsible for operating all markets on the NSCF site as profitable enterprises that provide a service to the community.

The Market Coordinator should be an enterprising individual with excellent communication and people management skills, with a sound understanding of local food systems, organic certification requirements, and the ability to manage a successful market. This person will have initiative and be open to sharing their practical skills and experiences with a broad range of people.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor the market budget ensuring the financial goals remain on track.
  • Provide the Enterprise & Support Manager with financial, and management information and advice.
  • Monitor the finances of the markets, ensuring good debt management processes, keeping good and accurate records.
  • Contribute to the development of the markets, keeping abreast of trends in organic and farmers markets.
  • Implement and contribute to the development of a marketing plan for the markets.
  • Oversee the stallholder application process.
  • Build a loyal stallholder base, providing outstanding service to the stallholders.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain processes and procedures for the markets.
  • Supervise and develop volunteers and staff to meet the operational needs of the markets.
  • Ensure market resources and equipment are maintained and in good working order.
  • Liaise with the Site Coordinator to develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures related to the market.
  • Participate in relevant meetings and community decision-making processes.
  • Work co-operatively with other enterprises and teams at the farm.

Working Environment

Established in 1994, Northey Street City Farm (NSCF) is a non-profit community organisation. Join an enthusiastic, passionate group of people to work on one of Australia’s largest city farms; a Permaculture site, established kitchen and market gardens, City Farm Nursery as well as orchards and woodlot, plus Brisbane’s only Organic Farmers Market. NSCF is also a community hub that facilitates the development of social connections and new skills for volunteers and participants in a variety of programs.

Selection Criteria

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Demonstrated experience in organic and/or farmers market coordination or hospitality or events
  • Experience in customer service and administration
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Supervisory and leadership skills
  • Computer skills, including database management

Desirable

  • Social Media or other marketing experience
  • Events management or hospitality industry qualifications.
  • Experience in working in community-based organisations.

Physical Demands

This position is physically demanding at times and requires a person who is fit, energetic, and flexible.

Applications 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Northey Street City Farm is proactively building meaningful relationships and programs with First Nations people in all its activities. 

  • Applications must address each of the selection criteria individually (maximum 100 words each) 
  • Please also include a CV with two referees. 
  • Applications are due by 4pm 7 March 2023 
  • Proposed start date is mid-March 2023. 
  • For further information please contact Simon on enterprise.mgr@nscf.org.au 
  • Please submit application electronically to info@nscf.org.au  

Hard copies may be sent to: Northey Street City Farm, 16 Victoria St, Windsor, 4030. 

Filed Under: Jobs Tagged With: #organicfarmersmarket, #sundaymarket

February 9, 2023 by Karen Lavin

February 2023 E-News

Read the full newsletter HERE.

Northey Street City Farm publishes a free electronic newsletter every month.
To subscribe to our monthly free e-newsletterCLICK HERE.

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Filed Under: eNews

February 8, 2023 by Karen Lavin

VACANCY: Youth Education Coordinator

Are you a passionate educator with excellent communication and people management skills? Do have a good understanding of Permaculture principles and practices, and the ability to develop these into engaging and profitable educational programs?

 

Northey Street City Farm             
….. a place for learning about living sustainably in the city

 

Position:             Youth Education Coordinator 

Award:                NSCF Staff Agreement – permanent part time 

Hours:                 20 hours per week with additional hours as required  

Salary:                 NSCF Staff Agreement Level 3 ($26.89 per hour, plus entitlements which include superannuation, annual leave, and personal leave) as defined in the NSCF Staff Agreement (Note – additional teaching hours will be remunerated separately).  

Responsible to: Education & Farming Manager  

Work Location: Northey Street City Farm, Windsor, Brisbane.  

Person 

The Youth Education Coordinator should be a passionate educator with excellent communication and people management skills. They will have a good understanding of Permaculture principles and practices, and the ability to develop these into engaging and profitable educational programs. 

 Organisation 

Established in 1994, Northey Street City Farm (NSCF) is a non-profit community organisation for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn the principles of Permaculture through practical, hands-on experience. Join an enthusiastic, passionate group of people to work on one of Australia’s largest city farms; a Permaculture site on 2ha, established kitchen and market gardens as well as orchards and woodlot, plus Brisbane’s only Organic Sunday Markets. NSCF is also a community hub that facilitates the development of social connections and new skills for volunteers and participants in a variety of programs. 

Roles & Responsibilities: 

  • Provide overall coordination of the Youth Education Program at NSCF to ensure the program meets NSCF’s values and goals. The program includes the Earth Kids holiday and homeschool programs; School visits; Group Tours; Professional Development workshops for Teachers; and other educational activities.  
  • Assist with preparation and monitoring of the Youth Education Program budget, process payments, and recommend new education programs and projects (including grant opportunities) to the Education & Farming Manager.  
  • Develop and implement new education activities for children and young people at NSCF. 
  • Ensure course and student records are maintained.  
  • Work with the Education & Farming Manager to manage staffing for the Youth Education Program, including recruitment, induction, conflict resolution, timetabling and training.  
  • Ensure that all staff working with young people hold a current Queensland ‘Blue card’ for working with children and maintain an up-to-date register of people holding Blue Cards. 
  • Arrange and facilitate Youth Education Program meetings with youth education staff as required, and support them to deliver enjoyable, interesting, and informative education experiences. 
  • Support Youth Education Program participants as appropriate. 
  • Lead education activities as required. 
  • Work with the Enterprise & Support Manager to develop and distribute promotional material about the Education Program at various events, both on and off site.  
  • Work with the Promotions & Administration Co-ordinator to maintain the education pages on the NSCF website and promote the program on social media.  
  • Attend Education Team meetings as required and report to the Education & Farming Manager monthly. 
  • Liaise with the other teams about requirements for courses and workshops.  
  • Liaise externally with educational institutions and interested organisations to promote and develop the NSCF Education Program. 

Selection Criteria: 

Essential  

  • Teaching or facilitation experience in programs for children and /or youth, particularly in outdoor learning or sustainability education. 
  •  Demonstrated leadership ability.  
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  
  • Project organising experience, including formulating & monitoring budgets.  
  • Permaculture Design Certificate or willingness to acquire one.  
  • A current Queensland “Blue Card” (Working with Children Check) or a willingness to obtain one.  
  • Current First Aid qualifications, including anaphylaxis management and emergency asthma management training, or willingness to acquire these. 

Desirable 

  • Experience in curriculum development,  
  • Experience in supervising staff or volunteers 
  • Experience working in community organisations 
  • Permaculture design and implementation, and/or organic gardening experience 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Northey Street City Farm is proactively building meaningful relationships and programs with First Nations people in all its activities.

 Applications: 

  • Applications must address each of the selection criteria individually (max. 100 words each).  
  • Please also include a CV with at least two referees. 
  • Applications are due close of business Wednesday 1 March 2023  
  • Proposed start date is mid – March 2023.  
  • For further info, please contact Emma Brindal: education@nscf.org.au. 
  • Please submit application electronically to: info@nscf.org.au. 

Hard copies may be sent to: Northey Street City Farm, 16 Victoria St, Windsor, 4030. 

Filed Under: Jobs Tagged With: #earthkids, #youtheducation

February 8, 2023 by Karen Lavin

VACANCY: Events Coordinator

We’re looking for an Events Coordinator who will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and delivering events at the Farm including the Winter Solstice event.

 

Northey Street City Farm             
….. a place for learning about living sustainably in the city

 

Events Coordinator

Award:                          Northey Street City Farm (NSCF) Staff Agreement
Hours:                           12 hours per week. Extra hours will be available close to the Winter Solstice Festival. (The applicant might be required to work some weekends)
Pay rate:                       NSCF Enterprise Agreement Level 3, $26.89/hr, and entitlements as defined in the NSCF Enterprise Agreement
Contract Position:   Project Part-time (to 30 June 2023)
Responsible to:         Enterprise & Support Manager

Working Environment

Northey Street City Farm is a non-profit community farm in the inner-city suburb of Windsor. It has been developed for people to enjoy, and participate in, using the principles of Permaculture. It is also intended to be a demonstration site where people of all ages can learn through practical, hands-on experience.

Purpose of Position

The Events Coordinator will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and delivering events at the Farm including the Winter Solstice event. The role will be responsible for all aspects of the events from programme design, logistics and sourcing of workshop presenters, bands, and stallholders. The person in this role will be expected to undertake all facets of event management, under the support and guidance of the Enterprise & Support Manager. Key aspects of the role will be alignment to the organisation’s belief, vision, values, and purpose; organisation skills; budget control, and relationship management.

Person

The Events Coordinator should have excellent communication and people management skills, with a sound understanding of events management and a demonstrated ability to manage and market a successful event.  The Events Coordinator should have a passion for event and festival coordination. This role will be responsible for supervising volunteers to assist with the event. The successful candidate will ideally be reliable, an enthusiastic self-starter who is willing to work with our community to meet the financial, social and environmental objectives of the Farm. This person will have initiative and be open to sharing their practical skills and experiences with a broad range of people.

Responsibilities

  • In consultation with the Enterprise & Support Manager, develop and implement an event project management plan for each major event. This plan to include:
    • Marketing
    • Site, infrastructure & logistics
    • Education activities & presentations
    • Council and other permits
    • Entertainment, parade & bonfire
    • Event bookings
    • Risks
  • Work within the planned budget
  • Manage all event stakeholders appropriately
  • Report as required, at a minimum monthly, to the Enterprise & Support Manager
  • Supervise volunteers
  • Ensure that all documents, processes, and procedures are uploaded and maintained online to ensure continuity of events

 Selection Criteria (Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

 Essential

  • Demonstrated experience in events management and marketing.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.
  • Problem solving skills related to events management.
  • Supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Computer skills, especially event management and online document management software.

Desirable

  • Events management or project management qualifications
  • Marketing qualifications
  • Experience in working in community-based organisations.

Physical Demands

This position may be physically demanding at times and requires a person who is fit, energetic, and flexible.

 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Northey Street City Farm is proactively building meaningful relationships and programs with First Nations people in all its activities.

 _________________________________________________________________________________

Applications:

  • Applications must address each of the selection criteria (maximum 100 words each)
  • Please also include a CV with at least two referees
  • Applications are due 4pm Thursday 23 February 2023
  • Proposed start date is early March 23
  • For further information, please contact the Enterprise & Support Manager on enterprise.mgr@nscf.org.au
  • Please submit application electronically to: info@nscf.org.au

 

Hard copies may be sent to: Northey Street City Farm, 16 Victoria St, Windsor, 4030

 

www.nscf.org.au           Phone: 07-38578775      Email: info@nscf.org.au

Filed Under: Jobs Tagged With: #wintersolstice

February 1, 2023 by Karen Lavin

VACANCY: Nursery Co-ordinator

We’re looking for a Nursery Co-ordinator who will be responsible for operating the City Farm Nursery making it a profitable enterprise that provides a service to the community through providing useful plants, information, and other permaculture resources.

 

Northey Street City Farm             
….. a place for learning about living sustainably in the city

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position:                     Nursery Coordinator

Award:                        Northey Street City Farm (NSCF) Enterprise Agreement
Hours:                          25 hours per week  (The Nursery Coordinator will be required to work Sundays – penalty rates paid)
Pay rate:                      NSCF Enterprise Agreement Level 3, $26.89/hr, plus entitlements (e.g., leave, super) as defined in the NSCF Enterprise Agreement
Contract Position:  Permanent Part-time
Responsible to:        Enterprise & Support Manager

Person

The Nursery Coordinator will be responsible for operating the City Farm Nursery making it a profitable enterprise that provides a service to the community through providing useful plants, information, and other permaculture resources.

The Nursery Coordinator should have experience working in a retail nursery and a passion for customer service, preferably with a practical working knowledge of Permaculture plants and their uses. This role will be responsible for supervising and developing volunteers to assist with the nursery retail and production.

The person should be willing to work with our community to meet the financial, social and environmental objectives of the Nursery. They will have initiative and be open to sharing their practical skills and experiences with a broad range of people.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the ordering, sales and stocktaking of all retail lines ensuring that stock is always available for sales.
  • Establishing and maintaining relationships with existing and new vendors and suppliers.
  • Maintain a Point of Sale & inventory management system for the retail operations.
  • Maintain a safe and welcoming retail space with appropriate visual merchandising
  • Implement and contribute to the development of a marketing plan for the Nursery.
  • Build a loyal customer base, providing outstanding customer service.
  • Supervise and develop Nursery volunteers, staff, and students to meet the operational needs of the Nursery.
  • Develop, implement, and document processes and procedures for the retail Nursery.
  • Ensure Nursery resources and equipment are maintained and in good working order.
  • Liaise with the Education & Farming Manager to produce plants for retail.
  • Provide the Enterprise & Support Manager with financial and operational reports.
  • Monitor the Nursery budget ensuring the financial goals remain on track.
  • Maintain any certifications as directed by the Enterprise & Support Manager.
  • Actively participate in relevant meetings.
  • Work co-operatively with the Enterprise & Support Manager, other enterprises, and teams at the Farm.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Selection Criteria)

Essential

  • Qualifications and training in horticulture.
  • Supervisory and leadership skills
  • Demonstrated experience in retail nursery operations and management
  • A working knowledge of plants and other elements used in permaculture including their requirements and uses.
  • Experience in customer service, cash handling, stock control, Point of Sale & inventory management systems and other administrative tasks required in a retail setting.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills, including on social media.
  • Demonstrated experience in implementing marketing strategies and plans
  • Problem solving skills as they relate to retail nursery operations

Desirable

  • Permaculture Design Course or willingness to acquire one.
  • Experience in working in community organisations.
  • Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to acquire one.

 
Physical Demands

This position may be physically demanding at times and requires a person who is fit, energetic, and flexible.

Working Environment

Northey Street City Farm is a non-profit community project on the banks of Brisbane’s Breakfast Creek in the inner city suburb of Windsor. It has been developed for people to enjoy and participate in using the principles of Permaculture. It is also intended to be a demonstration site where people of all ages can learn through practical, hands on experience. 

NSCF Vision: All living sustainably

NSCF Purpose: Our purpose is to be an inspirational working model of a community-based urban permaculture farm which promotes and educates for sustainability.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Northey Street City Farm is proactively building meaningful relationships and programs with First Nations people in all its activities.

Applications:

  • Applications must address each of the selection criteria (maximum 100 words each)
  • Please also include a CV with at least two referees
  • Applications are due 4pm Tuesday 28 February 2023
  • Proposed start date is early March 2023.
  • For further information, please contact the Belinda Kau on belinda@nscf.org.au
  • Please submit application electronically to: info@nscf.org.au

 Hard copies may be sent to: Northey Street City Farm, 16 Victoria St, Windsor, 4030

www.nscf.org.au           Phone: 07-38578775      Email: info@nscf.org.au

Filed Under: Jobs Tagged With: #jobvacancy, Nursery

December 20, 2022 by Karen Lavin

December 2022 E-News

Read the full newsletter HERE.

Northey Street City Farm publishes a free electronic newsletter every month.
To subscribe to our monthly free e-newsletterCLICK HERE.

The newsletter will go to your inbox once a month to let you know what is happening at the farm.

Filed Under: eNews Tagged With: #CityFarmNursery, #eartharts, #firstnations, #grow share yarn, #jackjohnson, #permacultureeducation, #summersolstice, #youtheducation

December 6, 2022 by Karen Lavin

Enterprise and Support Manager

 

Northey Street City Farm             
….. a place for learning about living sustainably in the city

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Enterprise & Support Manager
Hours: 30 hours per week (including occasional Sundays)
Pay rate: NSCF Enterprise Agreement Manager Level, $30.00 per hour plus entitlements, which include superannuation, annual leave, personal leave, and training allowance.
Contract: Permanent part time
Responsible to: Management Committee

Person
The Enterprise & Support Manager will have a strong history of managing staff and volunteers. The person will need a working knowledge of human resource management, promotions and public relations, and possess high level communication skills to interact effectively with people both internal and external to the organisation. This is an opportunity to use your skills, networks and experience to help us develop the Farm through growing new and existing social enterprises at the Farm, which align with our vision and goals and provide sources of revenue.

Organisation
Established in 1994, Northey Street City Farm (NSCF) is a non-profit community organisation for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn the principles of Permaculture through hands-on experience. Join an enthusiastic, passionate group of people to work on one of Australia’s largest city farms – a Permaculture site on 2 Ha with established kitchen and market gardens, orchards, and woodlot, plus a nursery and Brisbane’s only Organic Farmers’ Market. NSCF is also a community hub that facilitates the development of social connections and new skills for volunteers and participants in a variety of programs.

Role
The Enterprise Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the development of the Farm’s enterprises and events while ensuring consistency with core NSCF Values and encouraging community support. The manager is also responsible for providing support services to the whole Farm, including fundraising and finance, administration, promotions, human resource management and external communications. The Enterprise and Support team currently includes the Markets Co-ordinator, Nursery Co-ordinator, Promotions and Administration Co-ordinator, Finance Co-ordinator and Events Coordinator, as well as Nursery Assistants, casual staff and volunteers.

The position is for 30 hrs/week, which must include Thursdays. Occasional weekend work is required (penalty rates paid). Timing of working hours can be flexible depending on Farm requirements.

Responsibilities
• Manage staff and volunteers within the Enterprise and Support Team, including developing annual work plans and setting performance targets.
• Develop new and existing sources of income for the Farm, including from enterprises, site hire, partnerships, grants, and donations.
• Develop and coordinate the program of events and activities at the Farm and ensure that appropriate systems are in place for recording, monitoring, and evaluating them.
• Develop and coordinate communication, reporting, promotional and marketing strategies
• Coordinate staff recruitment, induction, orientation, and performance review processes for the whole Farm.
• Prepare and manage budgets and be accountable for NSCF financial systems.
• Assist the Management Committee in the development, enactment and review of key policy and planning documents to guide activities on the Farm through an appropriate consultation process.
• Meet with the other manager (Education and Farming) twice-monthly to ensure harmonious co-management of whole-of-farm issues.
• Report monthly, and be answerable, to the Management Committee, and participate in monthly Whole of Farm meetings.

Selection Criteria

Essential
• Management skills and experience, preferably in a social enterprise or small business, including planning, budgeting, financial management, team building, staff coordination, volunteer supervision, meeting facilitation and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising and income generation in the not-for-profit or small business sectors.
• Experience in marketing and promotions, including social media.
• Willingness to have a criminal background check.

Desirable
• Hold a Permaculture Design Course (PDC) or willingness to acquire one.
• Experience of working, or volunteering, in community or not for profit organisations.
• Knowledge of, and experience in, Permaculture or Horticulture.
• Experience in organising fund-raising activities and events.
• First Aid certificate or willingness to acquire one.

Applications

• Applications must address each of the selection criteria (maximum 100 words each)
• Please also include a CV with at least two referees
• Applications are due 4pm Friday 27 January 2023.
• Proposed start date is mid – February 2023.
• For further info, please contact Ronni Martin at educationandsupport.mgr@nscf.org,au.

Please submit application electronically to: projects@nscf.org.au

Hard copies may be sent to: Enterprise & Support Manager Application, Northey Street City Farm, 16 Victoria St, Windsor, 4030

Phone: (07) 3857 8775 Email: info@nscf.org.au Web: www.nscf.org.au

Filed Under: Jobs Tagged With: #enterprise, #manager

December 6, 2022 by Karen Lavin

Education and Farming Manager

 

 

Northey Street City Farm             
….. a place for learning about living sustainably in the city

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Education and Farming Manager
Hours: 30 hours per week
Pay rate: NSCF Award Agreement Manager Level, $ 30.00 per hour, plus entitlements, which include superannuation, annual leave, personal leave and training allowance.
Contract Position: Permanent part time
Responsible to: Management Committee

Person
The Education and Farming Manager should have a background in management, preferably in the community / not-for-profit / social enterprise sector. The person will possess high level communication skills to interact effectively with people both internal and external to the organisation. They should have a working knowledge of community-based education and experience in Permaculture or organic gardening. They will be experienced in both managing day-to-day operations and driving medium-term strategic directions.

Organisation
Established in 1994, Northey Street City Farm (NSCF) is a non-profit community organisation for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn the principles of Permaculture through hands-on experience. Join an enthusiastic, passionate group of people to work on one of Australia’s largest city farms – a Permaculture site on 2 Ha with established kitchen and market gardens, orchards and woodlot, plus a nursery and Brisbane’s only Organic Farmers’ Market. NSCF is also a community hub that facilitates the development of social connections and new skills for volunteers and participants in a variety of programs.

Role
The Education and Farming Manager’s role is to oversee and coordinate the Education and Farming team, which coordinates all education programs provided by NSCF and manages all gardens, orchards, bush revegetation, animal systems, buildings, grounds and infrastructure on the farm site. The manager is also jointly responsible, with the Enterprise and Support manager, for the operational management of the whole organisation. The Education and Farming team staff currently includes the Site Coordinator, the Adult Education Coordinator and the Youth Education Coordinator, as well as casual employees, contractors, volunteers and work experience participants.

The position is for 30 hrs/week, which must include Thursdays. Occasional weekend work is required. Timing of working hours can be flexible according to season and farm requirements. This position may be physically demanding at times and requires a person who is fit, energetic, and flexible.

Responsibilities
● Manage staff and volunteers within the Education and Farming Team, including developing annual work plans and setting performance targets.
● Oversee the recruitment, training, allocation and support of volunteers and work experience participants for the whole Farm.
● Oversee the development and delivery of educational programs
● Oversee the planning, construction and management of the gardens, orchards, buildings, grounds and infrastructure, in accordance with Permaculture and organic principles.
● Liaise with Brisbane City Council on leasing and site related issues.
● Prepare and manage the team’s budget and be accountable for any team-related cash handling systems.
● Contribute to the development, enactment, and review of key policy documents to guide activities on the Farm.
● Meet with the other manager (Enterprise and Support) twice-monthly to ensure harmonious co-management of whole-of-farm issues.
● Report monthly, and be answerable, to the Management Committee, and participate in monthly Whole of Farm meetings.

Selection Criteria

Essential
● Management experience and skills, preferably in a social enterprise or community organisation, including planning, budgeting, financial management, team building, staff coordination, volunteer supervision, meeting facilitation and conflict resolution.
● Demonstrated success in recruiting, involving, and supporting volunteers.
● Experience of delivering or coordinating education programs.
● Experience in organic gardening or farming, preferably in the subtropics.
● Hold a Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) or be willing to acquire one.
● Willingness to have a criminal background check and to obtain a Working with Children blue card.
● Hold a current First Aid certificate or be willing to acquire one.
● Current drivers’ licence

Desirable
● Experience of working or volunteering in community organisations
● Project management skills.
● Skills and experience in OH&S practices.

Applications
• Applications must address each of the selection criteria (maximum 100 words each)
• Please also include a CV with at least two referees
• Applications are due 4pm Friday 27 January 2023.
• Proposed start date is mid – February 2023.
• For further information, please contact Ronni Martin on educationandsupport.mgr@nscf.org.au or on (07) 3857 8775 (Tues – Thurs)

• Please submit application electronically to: projects@nscf.org.au

Hard copies may be sent to: Education and Farming Manager Application, Northey Street City Farm, 16 Victoria St, Windsor, 4030

Phone: (07) 3857 8775 Email: info@nscf.org.au Web: www.nscf.org.au

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