Develop and execute recruitment, engagement and communication plans to achieve network growth and advocacy goals
Develop trainings, workshops and advocacy opportunities to help farmers tell their stories to the media, lawmakers and the public, including drafting content like LTEs, public comments, testimonies, quotes for the media and social media posts
Set up surveys, check-ins, farm visits and community events to ensure that farmer leaders, members and potential members feel supported, empowered, engaged and understood in their challenges
Represent the network with media, farmer audiences, other non-profits in this space and lawmakers
Plan and execute regular events, especially legislator farm tours, but also virtual and in-person farmer listening sessions, policy briefings, advocacy trainings, conference events and fly-ins – often in collaboration with our Government Relations team and other departments
Coordinate all event logistics including scheduling, travel, lodging, venues, food and materials
Develop and manage short and long-term work plans, deliverables, timelines, calendars, contact lists and tracking systems for the network
Develop tools and systems that facilitate communication amongst leaders, members and from the network to its members
Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to network partners
Requirements
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent professional experience required
5+ years of experience in farm or farmer advocacy, policy advocacy or campaigns and/or food system reform – this can be concurrent with other experience
Experience organizing events including managing logistics required
First-hand farming experience or work experiences in a farmer-facing/supporting capacity required
Experience regularly using the Microsoft Office suite (e,g, Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.), or similar programs (e.g. Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc.) with a willingness to learn, required
Experience presenting information in a formal setting (e.g. virtual or in-person trainings, conferences, workshops, etc.) highly preferred
Candidates must provide a valid driver’s license upon hire and pass a motor vehicle history check demonstrating a safe driving history. Candidate must also be able to rent a motor vehicle for use when traveling.
Benefits
Affordable health coverage , including medical, employer-paid dental, and optional vision coverage.
Flexible time off that includes vacation time, sick and bereavement time, paid parental leave, 10 company paid holidays, and paid personal time off that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you.
Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions — we match dollar for dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year.
Robust professional development opportunities including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the field, and so much more.
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