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Job Position Title: Administrative Assistant

Job Description:

We are hiring an Administrative Assistant for the Antigonish Farmers’ Market (“AFMA”). The Administrative Assistant will assist the AFMA Board of Directors & Market Manager in the marketing and operation of the AFMA. Promotion of agriculture in the Antigonish/Guysborough area is critical.

This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about both local food and the community to work in an exciting, engaging environment. The successful candidate will work with a growing network of local food producers, entrepreneurs, consumers, and community partners, including the Town of Antigonish, the Municipality and County of Antigonish, Antigonish/Guysborough Federation of Agriculture and St. Francis Xavier University.

Responsibilities:

● Assist the Market Manager in developing & implementing marketing campaigns for the AFMA, which can include:

○ Maintaining a solid social media presence for the Market & updating website content;

○ Developing radio & print ads (signage & flyers);

● Assist the Market Manager with the operation of the AFMA during Market days, which can include:

○ Improving the Market look-and-feel

○ Ensuring both food safety and health requirements are being met for the AFMA.

○ Coordinate and develop schedules for the vendors of the AFMA.

○ Assist with the office requirements of the AFMA;





○ Engaging the community for cross-promotion with other organizations (Town of Antigonish, Tourism Antigonish, Antigonish Chamber of Commerce, etc)

Qualifications:

● Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on who refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

● Legally entitled to work according to relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.

● Self-motivated, highly organized, creative, professional, and works well independently;

● Excellent communication skills and proven conflict resolution abilities;

● Proficiency with social media management, including Facebook and Instagram;

● Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint;

● Previous financial experience is considered an asset but is not required;

● Completion of the Nova Scotia Food Safety Course and a First Aid Course is desired;

Wage:

● Term Contract: May 19th, 2026 to July 10, 2026, (8 Weeks)

● $17.25 per hour

● 30 hour work week

Term of Employment:

● Starting date of May 19, 2026

How to Apply:

● Please send Cover Letter & Resume to [email protected] by May 12 th, 2026.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.25 per hour

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Work Location: In person

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📌 Farmers Market Assistant (Antigonish)
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