Marketing Manager – Seeds of the Revolution

Saanich Organics is a group of farmers who have been growing and selling together for 22 years. Over a decade ago we began our seed company, Seeds of the Revolution. This project grew out of the awareness that food sovereignty begins with seed. We are passionate about growing good quality, organic, bioregionally adapted seeds for farmers ands gardeners alike.

Are you as passionate as we are about building a better food system, starting with seeds? Are you an organized, creative self-starter with solid computer skills and social media savvy? Are you an enthusiastic people person with proven marketing skills? Seeds of the Revolution has the seeds, and we need you to help us market them. Gardening experience is a bonus. This is a part-time 3 month contract position, with the option to renew. Approximately 10 hours per week, flexible schedule.

 

Duties of the Marketing Manager will include:

• Monitoring our webstore and fulfilling orders
• Maintaining and improving the webstore
• Monitoring email
• Managing Instagram and Facebook accounts
• Communicating with retailers, restocking our seed racks around town, and developing new relationships with retailers
• Packaging seeds
• Selling at Seedy Saturdays and other events
• Communicating with Saanich Organics owners and the Head Seed Grower
• Bringing us your creativity and fresh perspective

 Starting wage $20 plus access to produce, with potential for profit sharing in the future.

 

This position is hiring immediately—send your resume and cover letter to info@saanichorganics.com as soon as possible.