Company description

Maine Farmland Trust protects farmland, supports farmers, and advances the future of farming. Our goal is to protect Maine farmland and revitalize Maine’s rural landscape by keeping agricultural lands working and helping farmers and communities thrive.

Job description

The Climate Resilience Program Manager is a member of MFT’s Farm Network team. This position leads MFT’s Climate Resilience Program, which is staffed by a small cross-departmental team consisting of three shared staff positions, one of whom is a direct report to the Climate Resilience Program Manager. As team leader, the Climate Resilience Program Manager coordinates team meetings, develops connections with other MFT programs, and supports outreach for the program to farmers and the general public. This position is responsible for identifying and pursuing opportunities to sustain or expand climate resilience programs at MFT. This full-time position can be based out of Maine Farmland Trust’s Portland or Belfast office, or can be remote but must remain based in Maine.

 

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds who bring enthusiasm and excellence to their work. Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and would encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every one of our qualifications listed.

 

Visit our website for full job description: https://www.mainefarmlandtrust.org/about-us/work-with-us

 

Compensation

this position is: salaried, varies DOE, $66,000.00 - $71,000.00

Application instructions

Deadline

May 31, 2024