Shropshire Food Futures Project Co-ordinator
Are you passionate about sustainable food, community action, and tackling climate change in Shropshire?
The Shropshire Good Food Partnership is looking for a Project Coordinator to lead “Marches Food Systems for the Future” in Shropshire. This transformational, community-led climate project is funded by The National Lottery’s Climate Action Fund. The role is part of an exciting bioregional initiative promoting regenerative agriculture, access to local food and community resilience.
The Role
You will lead project delivery, strategic coordination, and community engagement across Shropshire as part of the Marches Bioregional climate action initiative. Key responsibilities include:
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Supporting community led climate action including creating “Our Story of Food” and growing or cooking projects in three communities in Shropshire.
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Recruiting and supporting local growers, cooks, and facilitators to deliver on the ground.
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Building strong links between local farmers and communities through local food supply initiatives.
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Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion across rural communities.
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Collaborating with regional partners and tracking carbon/social impact metrics.
Key Details
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Salary: £34,983 pa (pro rata)
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Hours: 30 hrs/week (4 days, flexible/job share considered)
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Contract: Fixed-term until 31st March 2030
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Location: Shropshire-based (regular local travel required; must have own vehicle)
Requirements
Proven experience in community-led food or sustainability projects, co-production/engagement/facilitation skills, and a deep understanding of sustainable food systems. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
PLEASE NOTE WE NEED APPLICANTS COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM PROVIDED. WE CANNOT ASSESS YOUR APPLICATION WITHOUT THIS. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MIDDAY 2ND NOVEMBER 2026
Member of the Sustainable Food Places Network since 2022. Bronze Award Winner
December 2023.