Associate Director Savanna Institute +3 more
- Date Posted June 17, 2019
- Location Madison, WI
- Category Agriculture / Nonprofit
- Job type Full-Time
The Savanna Institute invites applications for an Associate Director. We seek applicants who share our passion for restorative and resilient agriculture, with a preference for applicants who bring experience in agroforestry research or education; management of non-profit operations and personnel; or equivalent experience. This position will lead an array of organizational development, management, and fundraising roles. This is a new position that will report to the co-Executive Directors.
Job Description
Hours: Full-time
Location: Madison, WI or nearby
Start Date: August 1, 2019, flexible
Rate of Pay: Commensurate with experience
Ideal candidates will have:
- Experience in agroforestry, forestry, grazing, or other perennial agricultural practice
- Experience in a non-profit leadership role
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field
All qualified applicants welcome; farmers and members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities
- Operations management
- Fund development & fundraising
- Human resources
- Grant management, tracking, reporting
- Attend & present at conferences
- Manage interns & volunteers
- Coordinate staff professional development
- Lead organizational development in diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Program oversight in one or more of:
- Research
- Education
- Outreach
- Tree Crop Development