Hiring!!

 We are excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the following work study position (10 hrs/week):
Volunteer and Production Coordinator for The Orchard Garden (TOG)

If you meet the following qualifications, please send a cover letter detailing your interest and experience to: theorchardgarden.info@gmail.com 
no later than Fri. August 31, 2012!
 
This position is responsible for market garden production at TOG with a focus on engaging volunteers to help accomplish garden goals. S/he works closely with the Marketing and Production Coordinator and other members of the TOG team to accomplish these goals.            

• Work with the Marketing and Production Coordinator to determine production goals and develop strategies to accomplish them
• Recruit student volunteers early in the fall term and coordinate regular volunteer sessions to accomplish garden tasks
• Participate with the larger Orchard Garden team by helping set the organization’s agenda and goals for the coming months and reporting on status of previously identified goals
• Facilitate hands-on learning experiences for volunteers - that connect with course material in LFS programs
• Manage the Volunteer Coordinator e-mail account (tog.volunteer@gmail.com)
• Facilitate a transition and training period for the next Volunteer and Production Coordinator

Qualifications

• 2nd or 3rd year (ideal) undergraduate student who is passionate about food, community, and learning
• Excellent leadership skills
• Self-directed, flexible, and has a willingness to learn
• Some previous experience growing food is an asset but not required

Student Learning Components

• Development of professional communication skills
• Development of task management skills
• Development of volunteer management skills
• Networking with the wider student, staff, and faculty community through events and meetings.
• Experience in community-engaged decision making at UBC