Pennsylvania, Maryland, or Virginia (Remote)
Who We Are
American Farmland Trust is the only national organization that takes a holistic approach to agriculture, focusing on the land itself, the agricultural practices used on that land, and the farmers and ranchers who do the work. Since our founding in 1980, AFT has helped permanently protect over 6.5 million acres of agricultural lands, advanced environmentally-sound farming practices on millions of additional acres and helped thousands of farm families make a go of it (primarily through programs that increase farm viability and/or enhance farmland access). Long a pioneering leader, AFT is now riding a new wave of growth, driven by agriculture’s most pressing needs and opportunities.
We believe diversity drives innovation. We are inclusive. We embrace differences. We recognize and respect the fundamental value and dignity of all our employees. We celebrate the unique traditions, heritages, and experiences our employees bring to the workplace. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity, and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
The Position
The Mid-Atlantic Operations and Program Coordinator (OPC) position offers an exciting opportunity to help carry out the strategic agenda of a growing, forward-looking conservation organization. The OPC will have the opportunity to work across programs within AFT’s Mid-Atlantic Region, as well as with external partners including farmers, landowners, and agricultural professionals. This position will work to support and build upon AFT programs in the Mid-Atlantic, providing additional operations and program assistance as AFT’s Mid-Atlantic portfolio evolves.
AFT’s Mid-Atlantic Region includes staff working in Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. Our team works with farmers, landowners and partner organizations to implement programming focused on farm stewardship, farm viability, and farmland protection.
The OPC is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Mid-Atlantic Regional program and assisting with outreach and program operations in the region. The OPC will work under the supervision of the Mid-Atlantic Senior Program Manager, and as directed, will provide support to other staff in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Coordinate logistics for virtual and in-person program, outreach, and fundraising events including registrations, meeting room rentals, webinar logistics and support, meeting materials, catering, A/V, and other support as needed.
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Provide administrative support to Mid-Atlantic staff. This support includes, but is not limited to, scheduling team calls, maintaining calendar invites, and new hire on-boarding.
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Assist with financial management: coordinating consulting contracts with MA staff and headquarters’ administrative and financial division; providing support for invoices, expense account reports, and other administrative reports as necessary.
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Work with MA staff in responding to public inquiries, processing requests for materials, compiling information packets for distribution, and coordinating materials for conferences, meetings, workshops and fundraising visits.