The National Campaign for Sustainable Agriculture is a diverse network of
over 2000 organizations working collaboratively to shape national policies
to foster a sustainable food and agriculture system -- one that is
economically viable, environmentally sound, socially just, and humane. We
are seeking to hire a full-time Organizer to work on a variety of policy
advocacy activities. This is a newly created position.
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, short writing samples, and references
to Amy Little, Executive Director, National Campaign for Sustainable
Agriculture, PO Box 396, Pine Bush, NY 12566
Responsibilities:
Staff Issue Committees
Coordinate with leaders who monitor relevant national policy developments
Initiate grassroots action as needed
Facilitate collaboration with organizations on relevant Farm Bill (2002)
activities
Produce materials such as action alerts, media advisories and fact sheets in
collaboration with other groups and assist with other organizational
communications
Organize Issue-related meetings and assist with other meetings
Do outreach to varied constituencies and initiate participation in Campaign
activities
Qualifications:
Experience organizing collaborative efforts of diverse groups on policy
advocacy
Proven organizational and project management skills
Strong written and verbal skills, experience writing media advisories
Ability to coordinate a variety of activities
Ability to recruit, motivate, and coordinate people of different backgrounds
and interest communities
Strong diplomatic skills
Proficiency with word processing and email communications
Ability to travel and work on weekends as needed for travel
Knowledge and experience with agriculture and/or environmental policies a
plus
Knowledge and experience with fundraising a plus
Commitment to promoting sustainable and socially just farm and food policies
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Minimum commitment through 2002 Farm Bill
Location: Preferable location at our main office in Pine Bush, N.Y. Pine
Bush is a rural community located 75 miles outside of the metropolitan NY
area.
Competitive Salary and Generous Benefits full time with flexible scheduling
available.
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, short writing samples, and references
to Amy Little, Executive Director, National Campaign for Sustainable
Agriculture, PO Box 396, Pine Bush, NY 12566
People of color are encouraged to apply.
The National Campaign for Sustainable Agriculture is an equal Opportunity
Employer
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Amy Little, Executive Director
National Campaign for Sustainable Agriculture
P.O. Box 396
Pine Bush, NY 12566
P: 914-744-8448; F: 914-74-8477
campaign@magiccarpet.com
www.SustainableAgriculture.net <http://www.sustainableagriculture.net/>
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