Sustainable Living Officer (food programme)

Sustainable Living Officer (food programme)

Sustainable Living and Agriculture Department

To be responsible for design, co-ordination, management and delivery of food education programmes of the organisation in support of sustainable living. Work with the programme team to develop and execute various sustainable living programmes.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage and conduct a range of food education programmes at the the organisation and outreach projects for people of various ages and backgrounds to facilitate their transition to sustainable living;
• Help integrate food education elements into the organisation's visitor programmes;
• Network and engage relevant experts to develop sustainable food programmes;
• Implement a wide range of low carbon food education workshop and activities at the organisation;
• Develop a marketing strategy to promote low carbon diet, in support sustainable living, to the public, schools and organizations;
• Monitor the execution and evaluation of projects and activities;
• Establish and maintain a network of relevant experts, community groups, schools and organizations;
• Working as a member of the organisation programme team to develop and execute various sustainable living programmes, address ad-hoc assigments and regular duties at the organisation;
• Perform occasional night duty and serving duty on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.

Requirements

• Commitment to the mission, vision and values of the organisation;
• Have a deep appreciation of sustainable living and good knowledge of sustainable food system;
• A Bachelors Degree in Education, Environmental science, Sociology, Nutrition or related discipline;
• At least three years of solid experience in developing and executing education programmes. (applicants who have less working experience will be considered as Assistang Officer);
• Good command of English and Cantonese (knowledge of Mandarin will be an advantage);
• Computer literacy is essential. Knowledge of computer skills including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop will be an advantage;
• Good interpersonal skills and able to interact with a wide range of people in a positive, inspirational way;
• Good organizing and communication skills;
• Mature, self-motivated, dynamic, a good team player and be able to work under pressure;
• Physically fit for outdoor activities;
• Open minded and recognize the validity of all spiritual path;
• 5-day work per week. Working on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays is essential. Required to work residentially occasionally;
• Valid Type I or II driving license is an advantage.