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FREELANCE PROJECT MANAGER FOR FOOD ISSUES CENSUS 3

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At Food Ethics Council, we are looking for a freelance project lead to deliver our third Food Issues Census, starting asap. The Census is a way of gauging civil society capacity on food issues, building on previous versions that have proved valuable resources for civil society organisations and funders. You will have a strong track record in design and delivery of robust and authentic data gathering exercises, listening to and engaging with diverse organisations and have a genuine interest in food and social justice and ensuring that lesser heard voices are represented within this research.

We are aware that Black and people of colour are underrepresented in food and farming and that NGOs have a key role to play in tackling this. We particularly want to encourage applications from BPOC freelancers, working collaboratively to ensure their needs and experiences are valued and acknowledged.

Responsibilities

  • Project managing the Food Issues Census 3 project, with support from the Project Director
  • Co-designing the survey
  • Promoting the survey amongst networks online (and in-person as appropriate)
  • Liaising with partner organisations
  • Ensuring that the research goes beyond the usual suspects and brings in experiences of a genuinely diverse range of organisations
  • Ensuring that any engagement, whether written or in person, is accessible and takes note of participants’ needs
  • Organising and co-facilitating workshops
  • Data analysis – anonymising, analysing and interpreting data & insights from the Census
  • Leading on writing and presenting data & insights in an engaging way for key audiences
  • Working with the Communications lead (and potentially external partners) on dissemination and wider engagement
  • Actively participating in Steering Group and team meetings
  • Carefully and accurately managing time and budget for the duration of the project
  • Other tasks relating to the project as required

Requirements

  • Demonstrable project management skills, including setting milestones and progress tracking
  • Experience in designing surveys or insight gathering tools
  • Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills
  • Good facilitation skills
  • Experience of autonomous, independent working including clear communications and ability to prioritise and adapt
  • Good knowledge of, and interest in, food issues

Budget

Max £15k over 8 months, totalling a maximum of 60 days (c 2 days a week)

Location

Remote, with ability to travel for in person workshops and events in the UK where required (out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed).

To apply

Please submit a CV and covering letter to dan@foodethicscouncil.org (marked Food Issues Census 3) that clearly addresses what we are looking for, including the responsibilities and requirements above. Please also submit up to three examples of previous work that demonstrate your suitability for this work.

Deadlines

Please apply by 23:59 on Wednesday 4th September 2024. We will interview candidates on 9th September 2024 or at a mutually convenient date that week. We would like the person chosen to start as soon as possible.