Description: The FOCN (Farmers of Color Network) Membership Coordinator will primarily focus on member engagement, supporting administrative and programmatic needs of the network which will contribute to implementation of the program’s work plan. This position will also work closely with the Direct Service Team and ensure coordination of work across programs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Farmers of Color Network project management (60%) 

• Lead FOCN member management by processing intakes and inquiries, maintaining accurate records, making internal program referrals and supporting farmers through obtaining appropriate technical assistance support from other RAFI programs. 

• Track over time the needs and trends of FOCN membership. 

• Complete reporting FOCN program activities, outcomes and impacts in a timely manner.

• Organize weekly FOCN staff check-ins, which includes agenda creation, project tracking, and deliverable accountability.

• Act as primary point of contact for FOCN inquiries via email, calls, and in-person events and serve as FOCN representation  at partner meetings, conferences, etc. 

• Collaborate with the Resources for Resilient Farm program teams on deliverables, outreach, and referrals for farmer participants.

• Work with Farm Services Director to ensure program evaluation tools accurately track program impact data. Capture farmer data and demographics for reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Complete quarterly board reports and contribute to annual reports. 

• Collaborate with supervisor to develop work plans that reflect timely completion of grant deliverables and requirements. 

• Farmer Outreach and programming (40%) 

• Coordinate member programming workflow for the network, including organizing and coordinating workshops, member gatherings, and other farmer serving projects as needed in coordination with Resources for Resilient Farms program team. Ensure member programming adheres to funding and other requirements. 

• Develop and maintain relationships with farmers and partners to help identify best practices and areas for collaborations that will enhance program work.

• Review membership benefits for farmers of color and make recommendations to supervisor based on observations and assess of impact/value to farmers. 

• Attend conferences and other events to meet farmers and conduct outreach about network programming and benefits. 

Required skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Active listener and learner. Self-starter: can take initiative both on projects and work plans, and seek information independently

• Experience with data entry, data reporting,  and working with a CRM- proficiency in Salesforce preferred 

• Authentic commitment to the mission of RAFI: to challenge the root causes of unjust food systems, supporting and advocating for economically, racially, and ecologically just farm communities

• Ability to coordinate multiple activities/deliverables and timelines 

• Success working collaboratively with staff and community stakeholders 

• Knowledgeable in  G-Suite systems 

Desired skills, knowledge, and abilities

• Curiosity, intellectual engagement, and an active interest in continual learning

• Experience working in Spanish speaking communities

• Strong written and oral communication skills

Compensation: Full-time salaried, exempt position. Annual salary of $59,116.00 based on 40 hours/week. Generous benefits package includes paid time off, 401k, medical, dental, life insurance, and long/short-term disability insurance plans. 

Location: This is a remote position with the option to work at our office in the Triangle area of NC as desired. Applicants must be located in NC, VA, MS, or PR.

How to Apply: Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and professional references. We will accept applications until the position is filled. In your cover letter, please state why you are interested in working with RAFI and share any skills or experiences you have that make you an ideal candidate for this position. Please no calls or emails.

Inclusive Workplace: RAFI values an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are deeply committed to engaging the skills and leadership of people of color, LGBTQ persons, and other individuals from diverse backgrounds. Research shows that often women and people from underrepresented groups only apply to jobs for which they meet 100% of the qualifications. RAFI is interested in attracting a diverse pool of candidates who want to contribute as a part of a dedicated, hard-working, collaborative team, driven by equity. You need not check every box. If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.

About RAFI:  Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA (RAFI) challenges the root causes of unjust food systems, supporting and advocating for economically, racially, and ecologically just farm communities. We envision a thriving, sustainable, and equitable food system where farmers and farmworkers have dignity and agency; where they are supported by just agricultural policies; and where corporations and institutions are accountable to their community.

RAFI’s Salary Rates: RAFI’s salary policy is implemented based on the goals of fair, clear and transparent criteria for salary rates with clear standards that minimize the effect of negotiation skills or preference. RAFI’s salary policy sets salary rates for positions based on the responsibility level that the position holds. Given this, RAFI does not negotiate salary rates. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: RAFI-USA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental handicap, matriculation, or political affiliation.

Work Authorization: RAFI does not sponsor work visas; this position requires authorization to work in the United States.