Overview
As a key member of the Sustainable Food Team, you will work with the Sustainable Food Project Manager to support and connect local producers, growers and food businesses across Monmouthshire. Your primary responsibility will be to develop sustainable routes to market, support farming clusters and horticulture, and contribute to a thriving local food economy aligned with the ambitions of the Local Food Strategy and Monmouthshire Food Partnership.
You will be joining a programme with existing producer relationships and early-stage development work and will have the opportunity to build significantly on that foundation.
We welcome applications from people with experience of working in rural, agricultural or food production environments.
Salary and Hours
Salary would be pro rata if not working full time hours or 52 weeks per year.
i.e. 37 hours per week / 32.5 per week for School Teachers.
Temporary End Date
(if applicable)
Location
County Hall (Rhadyr - Usk), NP15 1GA, United Kingdom. This may change in the future if the service location needs to relocate. Relocation or disturbance expenses will not be paid if this happens.
Term Time Only – Weeks per Year
(if applicable)
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check
Appointment to this post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to the following DBS check: No DBS Required for this post.
Welsh Language Assessment
Welsh language skills are desirable.
Recruitment Contact
Should you require any further information regarding this post, please contact: COLETTE BOSLEY /colettebosley@monmouthshire.gov.uk.
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Sustainable Food Systems Officer in Usk employer: Monmouthshire County Council
Monmouthshire County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional learning needs. With a strong commitment to professional development and collaboration, employees can expect meaningful growth opportunities while working in a vibrant community at Castle Park Primary School. The council values its staff, providing a term-time only schedule that promotes work-life balance and allows for focused engagement with students.
Contact Details:
Monmouthshire County Council Recruitment Team
