Company description

Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment (WNC) is a fast-growing nonprofit organization based on a campus of over 600 acres of coastal farmland in Freeport, Maine. Our work is dedicated to creating a world where agriculture and food systems support farmer viability, thriving ecosystems, and vibrant communities. Through regenerative farming demonstration and training, innovative research, and collaborations, Wolfe's Neck Center works to advance agriculture - on our own farm, regionally, and nationally - to accelerate holistic change in food systems and mitigate the effects of a changing climate. In 2015, Wolfe's Neck Center established its organic dairy program, which is part of the supply for Stonyfield Organic and serves as a testing ground for new management technologies and techniques, while also training the next generation of farmers in rotational grazing and regenerative and organic agricultural systems. Wolfe's Neck Center also operates 3 acres of fruit and vegetable production, as well as several integrated small livestock systems.

Job description

Reporting to the Managing Director of Programs and serving as a member of WNC's Program Leadership Team and Management Team, the Director of Farmer Training & Partnerships is a leadership role responsible for developing and overseeing all work conducted as part of WNC's Farmer Training & Partnerships program area.

Oversight of this program area includes:

Supporting the Dairy Manager in facilitating all aspects of WNC's organic dairy and cattle operations and the on-site DGA program;
Working with the Senior Manager of Farmer Education to develop and implement all WNC farmer and technical assistance-focused education and training programs;
Supporting the Senior Manager of Farmer Engagement with the development and implementation of farmer engagement and partnership activities across the organization;
Working with the Managing Director of Programs and other relevant WNC staff to develop and implement new areas of related programming; and
Representing Wolfe's Neck Center at dairy, livestock, grazing, and farming-related conferences, meetings, symposiums as well as in relevant governmental and policy processes.

6-10 years of relevant experience with dairy operations, farmer training and support programming, and/or building collaborations and partnerships with farmers
Working knowledge of dairy, livestock, and grazing-based farm operations - could be achieved through a combination of on-farm experience, farm-based technical assistance or other relevant programming
Strong collaborative project management, prioritization, and planning skills, with demonstrated success producing high-quality deliverables on time and within budget
Success in developing and communicating clear strategic vision across departments, team and external partners
Experience working with and managing teams, including remote team members, and the ability to foster a collaborative and effective team culture while coaching direct reports
Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse partners and stakeholders, including farmers, agriculture support organizations, technical assistance providers, researchers, government officials, and others
High degree of familiarity with fundraising processes and financial oversight, with a preference for experience in the agricultural operations and training landscape
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Other Requirements

Legally able to work in the United States (we cannot provide VISA sponsorship)
The Director of Farmer Training & Partnerships position can be structured as an onsite or hybrid position, requiring 2-3 days per week spent on-site at our oceanfront farm and campus.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $75,000 - $100,000

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Deadline

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