We’re looking for a seed enthusiast based in Scotland to take up the role of Regional Coordinator (maternity cover) for our Seed Sovereignty Programme!
The programme, which began in 2017, facilitates the development of a biodiverse and resilient seed system in the UK and Ireland through building networks, providing training and mentoring, and supporting routes to market for seed producers. It raises awareness about the benefits of locally produced open-pollinated seeds and the need for a varied seed system as well as acting as advocate and partner to existing organisations in the sector.
The programme supports strategic collaboration across the UK and Ireland and the international seed movement in addition to the delivery of specific activities, training and resources aimed at up-skilling farmers and growers. These opportunities are made available through regional seed networks located around the UK and Ireland where training opportunities for collaboration are made available and facilitated by regional coordinators.
The programme has identified four overarching objectives for the third phase of the programme within which all of the activities have been organised:
1. Cultivate more open-pollinated seed in the UK and Ireland, as well as wider, deeper knowledge of it
2. Connect our nationwide networks and international allies, in addition to seeking out and plugging inhibitive supply chain gaps
3. Catalyse the power of the movement on socio-political issues effecting seed
4. Celebrate the inspiring stories behind seed
This is a one year maternity cover for a home-based, full-time post, with travel required throughout Scotland and sometimes further afield.
To apply, please send your CV, a covering letter and the application form below to Kerry Meech – recruitment@gaianet.org by 5pm on Monday the 7th of October 2024.
Application form: RC Scotland Maternity 2024 (1)
We offer regular internships supporting a wide range of our programmes. We ensure that all our interns gain a range of experiences in communications, research and programme support.
If you would like to be considered for future internships at Gaia, please send an email covering letter alongside your CV to info@gaianet.org and we will get back to you. Please be patient as we receive a high volume of interest and have limited intern spaces each year.
