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Summer Program Assistant
Overview
Are you a post-secondary aggie or education student looking for a summer role that’s more than just a job? Agriculture in the Classroom-Manitoba (AITC-M) invites you to become our Summer Program Assistant!
We’re hiring a dynamic individual looking for experience in coordinating and delivering outstanding agriculture education programs. Based in the Winnipeg area, you'll work out of your home office and at in-person events across Manitoba. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
About AITC-M
We're a non-profit dedicated to agriculture education. Our small but mighty team is passionate about connecting Manitoba students at all grade levels to where their food comes from, the people who produce it, and the countless opportunities for exciting careers in our province's largest industry.
AITC-M runs several programs and special events throughout the year, including summer and fall programs such as Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month, Manitoba Ag Days Adventure, Seed Survivor, career expos and fairs, and more.
Our programs and resources reach hundreds of classrooms and thousands of students, inspiring tomorrow's leaders, consumers and decision-makers to understand the critical role agriculture plays in our world — and our future.
We have lots of adventures planned for the summer of 2024, and one amazing opportunity for a program assistant to join the fun!
The role
We need your talent to help deliver amazing programs and resources to Manitoba teachers and their students. As our Summer Program Assistant, you will:
-Deliver agriculture programming to Manitoba schools in urban and rural settings.
-Help plan and coordinate our summer and fall programs, including Seed Survivor, Amazing Agriculture Adventure, Follow the Farmers, and much more!
-Assemble and distribute educational and promotional materials in our Winnipeg office.
-Collaborate closely with our Summer Communications Assistant to promote and deliver our summer agricultural education programs.
-Represent AITC-M at various events, both online and in-person, to spread our mission and build meaningful connections.
Why work for us?
As our Summer Program Assistant, you will gain:
-Great experience in a fast-paced, non-profit environment that creates programs and resources for a diverse population of students of all ages.
-Networking opportunities with professionals in agriculture and education.
-The chance to make an impact by educating on complex issues such as global food security, sustainable farming, advances in food technology, and more.
-As well, we’re a great team of fun, passionate people committed to inspiring young minds and making a difference.
Qualifications
Our ideal candidate is:
-A post-secondary student or recent graduate in Agriculture or Education.
-Experienced in event planning.
-Knowledgeable of the Manitoba agricultural sector and school curriculum.
-Proficient in Microsoft Office.
-A good communicator, with listening, written and oral presentation skills.
-Self-directed, organized, fast on your feet, and an effective team member.
-A student returning to post-secondary studies in the fall.
Restrictions:
-Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents only.
-Must possess a valid driver’s license, have access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to rural areas.
Contact
This full-time opportunity will start on May 1, 2024 and will be on a contract basis until August 30, 2024. To find out more about AITC-M, please visit aitc.mb.ca.
For questions about the role and to apply with resume, cover letter and references by Friday, February 9, 2024, contact Katharine Cherewyk, Executive Director at katharine@aitc.mb.ca. Thank you!