Our future is bright
Picture this: a vibrant and bustling weekly Farmers Market—local stalls overflowing with freshly picked fruits and veg, flowers, high-quality meats, artisan baked goods, craft beverages, and delicious gourmet treats. A place where families, friends, and the community come together to connect, support local, and celebrate the best of food in Taranaki.
We're growing quickly, and we need passionate people to help continue our exciting trajectory.
We're after our next intake of Trustees
We are seeking energetic individuals to support our award-winning Market behind the scenes. This is a rewarding opportunity to gain valuable Board experience, develop your skills, and advance your professional career.
Join our Team and make a tangible difference in Taranaki's food future. Be part of a movement that provides our community with access to fresh, affordable, quality food—Let's make our Farmers Market 'like no other'.
The Roles:
Learn and grow along side our current volunteer Board Team. You'll gain direct support and freedom to expand your skills, provide your knowledge and inform key decisions in our Market's future.
General Board Member: Decision making, communications, event management, community liaison, among a variety of practical and digital tasks.
Secretary: Recording meeting minutes, reporting and administration.
Treasurer: Regular management of the Market's financials, Accountant liaison and financial reporting.
The Commitment
You'll volunteer your skills and knowledge each month to support our weekly Market to grow, thrive and succeed.
Time commitment is 3-4 hours per month, which includes a 1-1.5 hour meeting to discuss key updates and action steps.
Averaging to 1 hour a week of Trustee mahi
How to Apply:
Take a look through our website and socials, familiarise yourself with our mission, values and vibe. We adhere to FMNZ rules, which means all stalls must produce their food/drink locally. Take a look through these links to be well informed:
www.farmersmarkettaranaki.org.nz/about/
www.farmersmarkettaranaki.org.nz/become-a-stallholder/
www.farmersmarkets.org.nzVisit us! We highly encourage you to attend our Market on a Sunday, immerse yourself in our slice of local foodie paradise, chat to our Stallholders + Market Coordinator and gain real insight into how our Market runs and see the difference it makes to our community.
Apply below! Simply fill out our short Board Role Application below and we'll be in touch
