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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Greater Newark Conservancy is at a pivotal point in organizational development and seeks a highly organized and motivated Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Executive Director. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the organization, enabling the Executive Director to focus on strategic initiatives and leadership, while also supporting the development and implementation of policies, practices, and internal systems. This role requires a well-organized, innovative, and creative thinker, who takes initiative, and is a team player with experience in the executive support function. Candidates should also be adaptable with knowledge of, or a strong interest in nonprofit management, food, environmental, and/or social justice. Emotional intelligence, discretion, and a sense of humor are a must, with comfort working in a fast-paced environment.

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FOOD INITIATIVES MANAGER

Greater Newark Conservancy is seeking a reliable, self-guided, and motivated individual to support programming in various areas related to community engagement, food access, food production, food marketing, and food distribution throughout Newark, NJ. Primarily, the Manager will execute every aspect of the farm stand operation, from harvesting fresh produce at the 3-acre Hawthorne Avenue Farm and/or hydroponic greenhouse to tabling in-person farm stands and interacting positively with customers to collaborating with partner organizations to donate surplus produce. Applicants for this position should be interested in improving food access conditions and engaging community members in healthy eating and lifestyle choices. The ideal candidate will have strong relationships with communities in Newark.

The Coordinator will have a regular schedule of 40 hours per week with some evening and weekend hours required. Applicants should be prepared to maintain a consistent work schedule and be comfortable working in various outdoor conditions.

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FARM MANAGER

Greater Newark Conservancy is seeking a full-time Farm Manager to coordinate farm staff and volunteers at an urban farm in Newark. The Hawthorne Avenue Farm is a 3-acre community focused farm located in the south ward of Newark immediately adjacent to the Clinton Hill Community & Early Childhood Center. The Farm consists of teaching gardens, a fruit orchard, a school garden, a community gardening area and 2-acre production area. The Farm Manager is responsible for coordinating farm tasks and activity schedules, timely administration for cropping plans, planting schedules, and harvesting. Additionally, the Farm manager will be responsible for data collection and reporting

As a direct report to the Director of Urban Agriculture and Food Initiatives, the Farm Manager is responsible for coordinating, organizing, and tracking the activities of the farm to meet the objectives of Greater Newark Conservancy. The Farm Manager position requires a strong practical knowledge of data collection and data management, strong communication skills, a broad understanding of community food security, and a passionate commitment to food justice and social change with basic knowledge of agricultural skills. The Farm Manager will gain experience providing technical agricultural management expertise and hands-on learning opportunities, as appropriate to the farm's needs. The Manager is responsible for managing the farm enterprises associated with Greater Newark Conservancy in a way that meets its business and educational goals.

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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR

Greater Newark Conservancy is currently seeking a per diem Environmental Education Instructor to conduct environmental education programs as part of our field trip operations. The Environmental Education Instructor will provide hands-on, interdisciplinary learning experiences for students at our Urban Environmental Center (UEC). The UEC has 10 garden galleries where environmental education programs are conducted. UEC galleries include pathways leading past flowering trees and shrubs, a sundial amphitheater, a pond with a cascading stream, and demonstration vegetable gardens.

Primary responsibilities include: 
• Lead field trip sessions at Greater Newark Conservancy’s Urban Environmental Center
• Maintain statistical records and student and teacher program evaluations
• Occasionally conduct school garden environmental education programs at local schools

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PLOT IT FRESH COORDINATOR

We are seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our organization as a Community Garden Coordinator and Laborer. This dual role combines community engagement and management of a community garden with hands-on farm labor tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of sustainable agriculture practices, experience in coordinating community garden activities, and the ability to perform physical farm work.

The Coordinator will have a regular schedule of 20-30 hours per week with evening and weekend hours required. Applicants should be prepared to maintain a consistent work schedule and be comfortable working in various outdoor conditions.

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Service Opportunities

FoodCorps

As a FoodCorps service member, you will lead hands-on lessons, influence healthy school meals, and build a schoolwide culture of health. Each year, FoodCorps, an AmeriCorps program, searches for its next round of leaders, including one working with Greater Newark Conservancy! The ideal candidate should believe that every child—no matter their race, place, or class—has a right to healthy food at school.

Visit the FoodCorps website for more information and to apply. Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Contact Sarah O'Leary, Director of Family and Youth Education, for questions and to schedule a pre-interview: soleary@citybloom.org.

 


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