Urban Farming Coordinator; UFC AB

JOB POSITION:
Urban Farming Coordinator

Are you looking to work for a company that values sustainability and helps build greener cities and communities?

Micro Habitat is seeking a motivated, ambitious individual with strong leadership and a passion for farming to fill the position of Urban Farming Coordinator.

At Micro Habitat, we implement urban agriculture to improve urban environments, enhance city dwellers' lifestyles, and foster greater awareness of environmental issues. We set up edible gardens on rooftops and ground-level spaces for businesses, institutions, and schools, reconnecting people with nature and their food sources.

• A fulfilling job where you can grow in unique spaces and enjoy the growing season.
• Competitive salary.
• Free coffee and tea in a workplace focused on employee well-being.
• A team-oriented environment encouraging initiative and leadership and autonomy.
• An opportunity to be a change maker part of the biggest global urban farming initiative

The Urban Farming Coordinator will lead urban agriculture projects for a multicultural client base in various districts of their region. Reporting to the Operations Director, this individual will be responsible for planning, setting up, supervising, and managing food production areas. They will also handle client communication, collaborate with the sales and marketing teams, and oversee all urban farming operations in their region.

The role includes educating and transferring urban farming knowledge to a diverse audience.

• Set up and oversee urban agriculture projects.
• Manage client accounts and production zones.
• Guide and evaluate urban farming activities in the region.
• Work with the Micro Habitat team to expand the company globally and promote urban farming in each city.
• Conduct educational workshops for clients of all ages.

• Coordinate and prepare materials for installations.
• Lead installations and supervise the team throughout the season.
• Ensure the maintenance of Micro Habitat’s urban farms and engage organizations by providing project info and horticultural advice.
• Perform quality assurance for farm maintenance.
• Handle tasks like harvesting, watering, pest control, and plant care.
• Conduct educational activities with clients.

• Host info kiosks and workshops on urban agriculture.
• Attend team, partner, and client meetings.
• Prepare reports and document activities for each production site.
• Manage tool purchases and infrastructure maintenance.
• Perform quality assurance checks on farm infrastructures.
• Create standard documents and training guides.
• Work with different company branches (sales and marketing) and other Micro Habitat cities.
• Participate in grant applications and processing.

• Oversee all phases of establishing food production sites.
• Coordinate installations, maintenance visits, and closure events.
• Enforce safety measures across all Micro Habitat operations.
• Maintain cleanliness across all production areas.
• File all operational reports.
• Contribute to process improvements.
• Plan and coordinate production site visits.

• Manage project coordination and client accounts in the region.
• Send communications, marketing materials, and content to clients.
• Ensure client satisfaction and loyalty.
• Share operational reports with partners and clients.
• Enhance client satisfaction processes.
• Collect marketing content for the marketing and sales teams.
• Ensure the Micro Habitat brand shines across all regional activities.

• Recruit the installation team.
• Supervise teams during installations.
• Monitor and evaluate employee performance and needs.
• Report on staff performance to the Operations Director and other relevant team members.

Required Education and Experience (flexible):

• College or university degree in agriculture, urban agriculture, horticulture, environmental sciences, sustainable development, or customer service.
• Experience or studies in agriculture, horticulture, urban farming, or sustainable development.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge in agriculture or…