Company description

Rivertowns Village Green Inc. (RVG) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded to improve access to fresh, locally produced, high quality food for the full socioeconomic spectrum of the community. RVG is dedicated to building community and educating the public about healthy food, nutrition, sustainable agriculture and the environment; and enhancing access to cultural activities.

RVG launched The TaSH Farmers Market in 2015 to serve this mission and the market has become a vibrant community meeting place, providing educational activities, improving food access, and supporting local and sustainable agriculture. RVG is now poised to expand its programming and community impact over the next decade.

Job description

INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, RVG

Organization: Rivertowns Village Green Inc. (RVG)
Location: Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow, NY (Mostly remote)

Position: Interim Executive Director
Type: Part-time; Contract
Duration: Six months

About RVG:

Rivertowns Village Green Inc. (RVG) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded to improve access to fresh, locally produced, high quality food for the full socioeconomic spectrum of the community. RVG is dedicated to building community and educating the public about healthy food, nutrition, sustainable agriculture and the environment; and enhancing access to cultural activities.

RVG launched The TaSH Farmers Market in 2015 to serve this mission and the market has become a vibrant community meeting place, providing educational activities, improving food access, and supporting local and sustainable agriculture. RVG is now poised to expand its programming and community impact over the next decade.

Role Overview:

The Interim Executive Director will play a pivotal role in guiding RVG through a critical transition phase. This part-time, six-month position will facilitate the organization’s shift from a volunteer-driven model, including its Board of Directors, to one where the majority of operational activities are executed by paid, professional staff.

KEY FOCUS OF ROLE:

• Fundraising: To increase the organization’s ability to support a professional staff and expand its programming and impact in the community.
• Marketing and Public Relations: To assist with existing marketing and communications activities and develop plan for ongoing PR, social media and advertising initiatives.
• Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning: To help shape the role of executive director to move the organization forward for the next 10 years. And to assume responsibilities for day-to-day operations of the organization, including administrative, programming and other operational needs; and community and other stakeholder relations.

FUNDRAISING:

• The interim ED will work closely with the Fundraising Committee of the Board of Directors to create and execute a strategic plan to increase the scope of short (6mos) and long-term fundraising, with a goal of supporting new initiatives and associated staffing.

MARKETING:

• The interim ED will work closely with the Marketing/PR Committee of the Board of Directors to develop and oversee the marketing and communication of RVG’s activities, programs, goals, and accomplishments.

• Create and execute proactive PR, social media, and advertising initiatives.

ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGIC PLANNING:

• The interim ED will work closely with Board executives and existing staff to evaluate existing systems, recommend improvements, establish standards, and help shape the Executive Director role.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including board members, staff, community leaders, partners, and funders.

• Lead the development of short and long-term strategic plans (e.g. developing timelines, budget, programming priorities, etc.) to advance the mission and goals of RVG and The TaSH; focusing on growth, sustainability, and community impact.

• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of all programs and initiatives, including The TaSH Farmers Market and new “North Star” (10-year) initiatives. This may include coordinating with community organizations, such as the school district, food pantries, etc.

• Ensure the maintenance of official records and documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ideal candidate has held a management position in a small- to medium-sized non-profit organization and worked closely with a board of directors and staff
• Demonstrates expertise in operations and financial oversight
• Proven fundraising experience
• Proven track record leading strategic initiatives, creating annual plan, and delivering results
• Knowledge of and ability to perform marketing, social media, and public relations activities
• Ability to visualize big picture goals, formulate detailed plans, and execute them
• Proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite (including Teams)
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Effective, collaborative, and timely communications skills
• Ability to build strong, collaborative organizational relationships to further RVG’s mission
• A commitment to furthering local agricultural, nutritional, and food access issues
• A passion for building community

COMPENSATION:

• $20K-$25K based on experience
• Part-time: approximately 20 hours per week
• 6-month contract position

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $38.00 - $48.00

Location

job can be done remotely

Application instructions

Deadline

September 15, 2024