Senior Director of Development

Heifer International has another unique job opportunity as the Senior Director of Development - its nice to see non profits that are hiring during these times!

Function: To lead and manage the Development Department by ensuring the development and implementation of the departmental strategic and operational plans. The Senior Director of Development provides leadership and strategic direction for the Major Gifts, Grants and Capital Campaign fundraising teams in a manner that is consistent with Heifer International's mission, vision and values. Responsibilities: Responsible for creation of strategy for the Development Department and implementation and monitoring of the fundraising plans. Responsible for meeting the revenue and expense targets for the Development teams. Oversee and direct prospect cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts leveraging a Moves Management Process. Educate departmental managers and directors on current trends in fundraising and grantmaking, as well as in developing and implementing program plans in their designated areas to fully reach the goals and objectives of the Department. Work closely with Executive Vice President (EVP) to ensure effectiveness of all Major Gifts activities. Work closely with each area of Development in order to establish strategic objectives and ensure success in all areas while minimizing expenses. Serve as a “thought leader” for Heifer on Capital Campaign, Major Gifts, and other fundraising efforts. May have additional signing authority and assume additional responsibilities in the EVP’s absence. Develop and monitor effective policies and procedures regarding major gifts, grants and capital campaign fundraising leading to increased funds in all areas. Provide leadership and direction to staff regarding fundraising best practices and ensures timely implementation of plans. Effectively work with the Chief Operating Officer and President & CEO and other Heifer executives (Board, International Program Country Directors, etc) to cultivate and solicit funds from Major Donors. Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors using short-term and long-term fundraising strategic plans; secure gifts through the systematic and effective cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of individuals, corporations and foundations. Oversee the prospect management tracking and moves management system to ensure coordination of major gifts fundraising across the organization. Oversee the Prospect Research Office to ensure effective and timely research and identification of funders to include individuals, foundations and corporations. Liaise with appropriate internal teams for development of materials and proposals for solicitation. Maintain a current and substantive knowledge of the work of Heifer and fundraising best practices. Supervise and lead the development and administrative staff towards meeting the overall department goal. Develop, implement and monitor departmental operational plans and expense budgets. May perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

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Director of Donor Services & Operations

Heifer International Careers

Director of Donor Services & Operations Location: Little Rock, Arkansas Open Date: March 16, 2009 Closing Date: March 30, 2009 or upon receipt of 200 applications; whichever occurs first. For more information on these and other career opportunities and to apply online, visit our Web site www.heifer.org/careers. Heifer International is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer by choice. Heifer's Recruitment Process: After receiving your resume and application, your qualifications will be reviewed relative to requirements of the position(s) for which you have applied. After the closing date, it will take approximately two weeks to process your application materials. During that time, Heifer International will review all applications, select viable candidates and contact only those individuals selected to meet with the interview committee. Please be aware you will only be contacted if you are selected for an interview. You will receive e-mail confirmation when the position is filled or canceled. __________________________________________________________________ Heifer International is a non-profit organization that works in partnership with others to alleviate hunger, poverty and environmental degradation. Heifer helps impoverished families become self-reliant by providing them with food and income producing animals and training. Since 1944, Heifer International has helped more than 8.5 million families in 125 countries. Each family "passes on the gift" by giving one or more of its animal's offspring to another family in need. Heifer International provides more than 20 different animals, from dairy goats and chickens to llamas and water buffalo. For more information, visit us at www.heifer.org.

Director of Grassroots Programs

Apply To:	bjeruma@nppc.org
Company Website	http://www.nppc.org

POSITION DESCRIPTION

A. TITLE OF POSITION: Director, Grassroots Programs

B. DEPARTMENT:

C. SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Vice President, State Relations and Resource Development

D. NATURE OF POSITION: Execute and coordinate the Legislative Education Action Development Resource (LEADR) and Public Policy Leadership Institute (PPLI) programs. This position will execute the programs including coordinating the relationship with persons that have completed the programs. This position requires knowledge of NPPC practices/policies, and regular and reliable attendance. This position may also work with producers, allied industry and state organizations.

BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: 1. Education: Equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Political Science, Animal Science, Agriculture Business or related applicable degree is required.

2. Skills: Requires a strong knowledge of program execution and planning; communications techniques and sales skills; the ability to motivate and influence different segments to a common purpose; strong oral, written and telephone communication skills. An understanding of agriculture is also relevant.

3. Relevant Experience: At least one year or intern experience in a relevant position.

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:

4. a. Membership: Provides producer insight; speaks at producer meetings and state organization meetings. Attend appropriate committee meetings.

b. Governing Structure: Coordinates with Investor and Member Relations Committee. Works with state executives and state staff as needed.

c. Government: Infrequent.

d. Public: Infrequently helps with media as requested.

Other Organizations:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

5. Policy Formulation: Involvement in LEADR/PPLI execution policy as well as state and producer grassroots programs.

Planning: Develop and propose LEADR/PPLI marketing plans. Work with state organizations and producers to develop and implement those plans.

7. Decision Authority: May commit association funds according to prescribed budget. Considerable latitude in completing LEADR Program marketing efforts and PPLI curriculum.

8. Financial Responsibility: Assist in developing and administering a major budget.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

9. Staff Management and Leadership: Regular interaction with Washington, D.C. based staff and state staff.

10. Supervision Received: Largely limited to evaluation of results by Vice President of State Relations and Resource Development. Some day-to-day supervision.

11. Availability of Qualified Personnel: Qualified personnel are available but will require considerable amount of seeking, probably in a more extensive market base.

12. Travel: Requires extensive travel (50%) to meet with current and prospective investors. Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.

OTHER RELEVANT REMARKS: May be assigned to other projects, as needed.

Director of Agronomy Services

I spoke with Mike who listed this job for his company - AGRI-associates. What a nice guy! You'll enjoy working with Mike if you think this job is for you!

Name * Mike Conklin
Email * mike@agripnw.com
Company *
AGRI-associates
Where to call you. (509) 285-5657
Career Website http://www.agripnw.com
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Long established Ag Company is looking for highly motivated, organized, aggressive Director of Agronomy Services. This position is full time with an excellent benefit package, salary and experienced staff. Successful candidate will direct, market and coordinate all facets of large agronomy operation. Prefer 10 years industry experience with minimum of 3 years in management. Salary range $47,600 to $76,200. Inland Pacific Northwest location.

Apply To: Mike Conklin

Director - California Food Justice Center

POSITION AVAILABLE Seeking Director

Deadline:  Applications Reviewed on an ongoing basis.  Position open until filled. Preferred (but flexible) start date November 1, 2008.  Download Full Job Description at: http://www.foodsecurity.org/california/2008_CFJC_Director_Announcement.pdf CFJC is looking for a dynamic, motivated and entrepreneurial individual who will work with the CFJC steering committee to build and grow the Coalition.  The position requires a diverse skill set and the ideal candidate would possess a range of skills in organizational development, policy advocacy, and program development.  RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiate and coordinate fundraising efforts to support and grow CFJC programs - includes grant writing, building a dues-paying membership base, event planning and donor recruitment.
• Work with steering committee and members to develop and monitor organizational priorities and work in accordance with goals set in CFJC's strategic plan.
• Work with CFJC Steering Committee to transition CFJC into an independent organization supported by an active board.
• Provide staffing to the Steering Committee and its sub-committees, coordinating communication and assisting in new member recruitment
• Coordinate CFJC outreach and organizing efforts to expand coalition membership and build partnerships.
• Hire and supervise CFJC staff, interns and contractors.
• Manage communication with statewide members and partners.
• Manage organizational systems, including a contact database, list serve and website management.
• Develop and monitor program budgets in coordination with CFJC steering committee, and review financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with and timely reporting on all CFJC contracts.  
• Coordinate advocacy campaigns and organizing efforts on public policy issues as identified by members and steering committee.
• Coordinate training and technical assistance program as outlined in strategic plan
• Conduct public speaking and public relations on behalf of the coalition and its campaigns as needed and/or requested.   

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum of three (3) years in a nonprofit management and/or administrative role, including experience with budgeting and fiscal management.  
• Substantive knowledge of community food security, local food systems, urban agriculture, sustainable agriculture, family farm, or anti-hunger fields in California
• Experience with fundraising and development (e.g., donor development, grant management, grant proposal writing, special events).  
• Human Resource experience including hiring/firing staff and interns, mentoring and evaluating.
• Possess a combination of experiences in program development, outreach, community organizing, and public speaking, including experience planning participatory educational events and coordinating policy campaigns or doing political organizing.
• Able to work some weekends and evenings and to travel to conferences and workshops around the state and possibly country as needed
• Excellent written, oral communication, networking, negotiation (conflict management and resolution), and presentation skills.  
• Ability to work on advisory committees, task forces, and external coalitions, and take on effective leadership roles.  
• Excellent office management and computer literacy (IT) skills (including MS Office applications, FileMaker Pro database, internet research).  
• Fluency in Spanish desirable, but not required.  
• Candidates must have the ability to work with diverse groups; be knowledgeable about to issues of race, class and gender and how they influence the food system; and demonstrate experience working with oppressed communities to create change. 

ABOUT CFJC  CFJC is a statewide membership coalition committed to the basic human right to healthy food while advancing social, agricultural and environmental justice. CFJC collaborates with community-based groups in the state to develop and carry out advocacy, educational and organizing campaigns that support grassroots solutions. We envision a California food system in which all activities, from farm to table, are equitable, healthful, sustainable, regenerative and community-driven. CFJC is a fiscally sponsored organization of the Ecology Center and operates under the Ecology Center's administrative polices and procedures.   Since 2003 CFJC has built a diverse network of advocates to work together to promote a just and sustainable food system. CFJC's most recent campaign was focused on building support for local food systems, increasing access to healthy food in all communities, and reforming unjust commodity subsidy programs through the 2008 Federal Farm Bill.  In 2008 CFJC also launched a training and mentorship program that provides resources, training and in the future, one-on-one technical assistance, to grassroots organizations in organizing local food projects and advocacy campaigns in their communities.   LOCATION  Preferably in Northern CA (Bay Area or Sacramento) but all CA locations will be considered.  COMPENSATION  Salary level depends on experience and qualification ($45,000 - 50,000 with an opportunity for an increase based on fundraising outcomes).  Benefits include medical and dental insurance, vacation, sick leave, major holidays, and retirement plan.    HOW TO APPLY   Please email (preferred) or fax cover letter, résumé and 3 references to Heather Fenney, CFJC co-director, at Heather@cafoodjustice.org  or fax to 510-548-8896  CFJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, military status, pregnancy, or disability. Women/People of color/LGBT applicants are encouraged to apply.