New Roots Farm Coordinator
Local Work Rights Required
This employer does not provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the job location.
This opportunity may still be relevant if you already have work authorization, are a permanent resident, citizen, student or dependant with work rights, or are seeking jobs within Africa.
Role Summary
Join the International Rescue Committee as a Farm Coordinator to manage farm operations, support sustainable practices, and train farmers in community gardening.
Key Responsibilities
- Support seasonal markets, produce deliveries, urban farm activities, community gardens, and other New Roots projects.
- Follow all IRC policies and procedures, including the IRC Way and Child Safeguarding requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in farm office and outdoor urban farm settings, with regular travel throughout the service area. Some Saturday and weekday evening work is required. The role requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and safely lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Develop and deliver group and one-on-one training on sustainable agriculture, including crop planning, soil health, pest and weed management, irrigation, post-harvest handling, and food safety.
- Visit partner farm sites regularly to assess needs and provide technical assistance.
- Coordinate partner-led training and resources related to land management, crop production, food safety, business development, and marketing.
- *Compensation: (Pay Rate: $26.78). Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
- *Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
- *US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
This position is restricted to applicants who already have the legal right to work in the U.S. and does not offer visa sponsorship.
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