POSITION: Community Food Coordinator (x2)        

DEPARTMENT: Food Security            

COMPETITION #: 2026-001  

LOCATION: Kashechewan (1) / Fort Albany (1)                   

TERM: March 31, 2027          

CLOSING DATE: February 2, 2026 @ 4:00 PM          

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the leadership of the Food Security Manager, the Community Food Coordinators will lead or assist community-based initiatives to advance food security relevant to the unique assets and interests of their respective community. The Community Food Coordinators will provide strategic and technical assistance and findings in areas of policy and programme planning in food security and harvesting. Community Food Coordinators will provide information about funding, grants and other opportunities at the community level and report to regional office as to the changing needs and priorities around food access and harvesting in their respective communities.

REQUIREMENTS

·       Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills

·       Ability to communicate in the Cree Language would be considered an asset

·       Ability to work independently and as a team

·       Strong collaboration and group facilitation skills

·       Knowledge of community assets and current food programming initiatives

·       Knowledge of harvesting practices and programs that support harvesters and trappers

·       Knowledge of current issues around food insecurity within the community

·       Possess excellent organizational and time management skills

·       Recognized experience and proven and demonstrated skills in leadership, management and administration an asset

·       Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence an asset

·       Current Criminal Records and Vulnerable Sector Screening required

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

Mushkegowuk Council offers a competitive compensation package, as well as a cohesive work environment and opportunities for development.

ü Health and Dental Benefits

ü Employee and Family Assistance Program

ü Matched Pension Contributions

ü Generous Vacation and Leave Entitlements

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position and operation (the Council will however adhere to its duty to accommodate those who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason related to a human right protected ground).

HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM

SUBMIT RESUME AND THREE (3) RECENT WORK REFERENCES with their phone numbers and e-mail addresses, quoting Competition #2026-001 no later than 4:00 PM on February 2, 2026 to:

Human Resources Department

MUSHKEGOWUK COUNCIL

PO Box 370

Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0                                  

Resumes can be emailed to: jobs@mushkegowuk.ca or faxed to 705-268-3282

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you have any accessibility or special requirements, please let us know and we will do our utmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable legislation.