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Interviewer

Youth in Food Systems


   About the Position

Impact Statement
By joining our Youth in Food Systems team, you can learn about and explore food systems while gaining skills and abilities for future career and personal aspirations.

Description
Our youth Interviewers conduct virtual video interviews with professionals working in our food systems (aka Canadian food leaders). This role is responsible for participating in virtual training sessions, designing interview questions, communicating with their selected Interviewee, and carrying out a 15-30 minute interview.

No prior experience is required! You must currently be a high school student or of high school age (14-19), have strong communication and the ability to work well with others, and access to a computer and Internet.

The time requirement will vary for this role, but is anticipated to be about 10-20 hours between April and July 2023.

Our goal is to provide a flexible and self-driven atmosphere where you’re free to explore your interests, gain new skills, and ultimately contribute to what we see as being a pretty cool initiative!


Position Qualifications

Ideal for: An Individual
Age: 14+


Area(s) of Interest: Environment

Skill(s): Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking/Presentation Skills, Time Management, Computer Skills, Creative Thinking


Training / Work Condtions

Training Details: Staff will carry out training sessions with all Interviewers - these are virtual, group sessions over Google Meet / Zoom. They will focus on some of the key skills needed to successfully interview a food leader - research, designing interview questions, communicating via email, using Zoom, and of course, practicing those interview skills!

This volunteer position is entirely remote, and we welcome volunteers from any location.
Working Conditions: Remote
Accessibility:
Transportation: NONE Needed


Time Commitment

Duration: 4 - 6 months
Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening, Anytime
Much of the work will take place on a self-selected schedule. There will be several afternoon/evening training sessions throughout the spring and early summer.

   Contact Information
https://seeds.ca/schoolfoodgardens/
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Rayna Almas
226-600-7782
12 Dupont St. W. Waterloo, N2L 2X6
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