Bristol Food Producers are working with Bristol City Council to explore the feasibility of a collective sales model for local producers to sell to Bristol’s public institutions. The goal is to increase the amount of locally-grown food that is used in public procurement across the city. This project will build on existing research and work done by Bristol Food Network and Bristol Food Producers and review successful models further afield to inform what a successful model could look like in Bristol. We will host knowledge exchange workshops between producers and procurers to assess the feasibility of different approaches and scope potential models, as well as the establishment of a producer working group. The project aims to establish what a pilot could look like.
This role will lead on the public sector side of the project, working alongside the Bristol Food Producers coordinator who will lead on the producer side of the project. The role will involve close coordination and support of the other aspect of the project, and co-running some events together.
About the role
- Location: Remote, but with regular in-person meetings and events in Bristol, so ideally based in or near Bristol
- Type of role: Freelance
- Part time: Estimation of 16-18 days work between early November and mid March, spread fairly evenly during this time with some flexibility. This work is best suited to someone who can deliver flexibly during the week as opposed to on a single fixed day.
- Rate: Fixed term contract of £3500-4000 (depending on start date), estimation of 16-18 days of work. There may be scope to take on additional paid days depending on skills and experience.
- Start Date: As soon as possible after recruitment is completed, ideally week commending 9th November.
- How to apply: Please send a CV and one page cover letter outlining your relevant experience to info@bristolfoodproducers.uk
- Closing date for applications: Midnight on Tuesday 20th October. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 27th October.
For any questions about the role please email info@bristolfoodproducers.uk
Please see the full role description and person specification here.