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Farm Business and Marketing Specialist (Spanish‑Speaking)
GrowNYC is a 54‑year‑old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include: Our network of Greenmarkets, Farmstands, and the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensures that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food. We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more. We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment. Job Overview
The Farm Business and Marketing Specialist will provide Greenmarket farmers and producers with business technical support and training designed to ensure the long‑term success of their businesses. Technical assistance is provided through both in‑house services and the engagement of third‑party consultants. The Specialist is a part of the Greenmarket team and will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating a suite of business and marketing/sales strategy technical assistance programming for Greenmarket farmers and producers. The role will work with the Greenmarket Operations team to recruit and onboard new farmers and producers, support farmer success, and develop and sustain market programs. Responsibilities
Client Intake and Support
Primary point of contact for producers seeking business technical assistance. Conduct intake of producers and create a support plan for individual producers, including accessing technical assistance focused on business and financial planning, marketing, and accessing capital. Identify and work with partner organizations and third‑party consultants to provide needed support for producers. Support producers in any administrative and technical assistance, including completing forms, contacting partner organizations, and third‑party consultants. Document and track the status of technical assistance support in the internal producer database. Promotional, Sales, and Business Planning Support
Work with producers to optimize their market displays to increase sales and customer engagement. Identify the best product mix to maximize sales, including assisting with value‑added product development. Analyze sales and customer behavior to design profitable sales and marketing strategies. Training
Coordinate workshops and trainings with partner organizations and third‑party consultants to support producers. Facilitate educational workshops for producers on critical business topics, including customer service, market display, and evaluation of sales data. Program Administration and Communications
Maintain participant databases and track client work, expenses, and other systems and processes to support programmatic work and track relationships. Track progress toward grant deliverables. Contribute to budget development, grant proposal and report development, and funder relationship development. Required Qualifications
2+ years of experience working with farmers or as part of commercial agricultural businesses. Sophisticated understanding of farm business planning, sales, and marketing strategies for farmers' markets, direct‑to‑consumer sales, and/or food businesses. Experience with submitting invoices and tracking payments. Skilled at recruiting, training, and managing outside technical assistance providers, consultants, and vendors. Excellent interpersonal skills, a high level of emotional intelligence, and experience working with people from diverse backgrounds in terms of race, ethnicity, gender (including trans* and nonbinary), sexual orientation, class, and religion. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast‑paced team environment. Strong initiative and excellent time management skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail‑oriented with excellent written and public speaking communication skills. Flexibility and willingness to meet farmers’ emergent needs and occupy a position that may change in scope in accordance with the needs of the program and organization. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite. Spanish‑English bilingual. A valid driver’s license and excellent driving record are required to fulfill job duties. Ideal Qualifications
Experience with client or case management. Experience delivering business technical assistance to farmers. Passion for supporting regional farmers and commitment to a racially and socially just food system. Additional Requirements
Ability to travel to Greenmarket locations, regional farms, and other locations (a shared company vehicle is available for regional travel). Ability to walk long distances over rough terrain on regional farms. Ability to drive long distances to regional farms. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Schedule
This position is full‑time, year‑round, with an expected weekly schedule of 35–40 hours. Working days are Monday through Friday, with three (3) in‑office days and a mandatory presence on Wednesdays. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be needed. Compensation
This full‑time, exempt, and salaried role pays $85,000–$90,000 annually and includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long‑term disability, incentive savings plan, paid time off, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, FSA programs, and potential for parental leave for full‑time regular employees who have been employed with GrowNYC for 175 days). This position is not union‑eligible/not a part of the bargaining unit. Location
This is a hybrid role with a minimum of three (3) days per week in our Manhattan office with a mandatory presence on Wednesdays. In‑person field‑based work at Greenmarket locations is required. Visits to regional farms and partner organizations may be needed. Application Instructions
Please click here to sign in and view application details. If you are not registered, you'll be prompted to do so. Don’t worry, it's free! Deadline
No deadline.
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GrowNYC is a 54‑year‑old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include: Our network of Greenmarkets, Farmstands, and the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensures that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food. We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more. We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment. Job Overview
The Farm Business and Marketing Specialist will provide Greenmarket farmers and producers with business technical support and training designed to ensure the long‑term success of their businesses. Technical assistance is provided through both in‑house services and the engagement of third‑party consultants. The Specialist is a part of the Greenmarket team and will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating a suite of business and marketing/sales strategy technical assistance programming for Greenmarket farmers and producers. The role will work with the Greenmarket Operations team to recruit and onboard new farmers and producers, support farmer success, and develop and sustain market programs. Responsibilities
Client Intake and Support
Primary point of contact for producers seeking business technical assistance. Conduct intake of producers and create a support plan for individual producers, including accessing technical assistance focused on business and financial planning, marketing, and accessing capital. Identify and work with partner organizations and third‑party consultants to provide needed support for producers. Support producers in any administrative and technical assistance, including completing forms, contacting partner organizations, and third‑party consultants. Document and track the status of technical assistance support in the internal producer database. Promotional, Sales, and Business Planning Support
Work with producers to optimize their market displays to increase sales and customer engagement. Identify the best product mix to maximize sales, including assisting with value‑added product development. Analyze sales and customer behavior to design profitable sales and marketing strategies. Training
Coordinate workshops and trainings with partner organizations and third‑party consultants to support producers. Facilitate educational workshops for producers on critical business topics, including customer service, market display, and evaluation of sales data. Program Administration and Communications
Maintain participant databases and track client work, expenses, and other systems and processes to support programmatic work and track relationships. Track progress toward grant deliverables. Contribute to budget development, grant proposal and report development, and funder relationship development. Required Qualifications
2+ years of experience working with farmers or as part of commercial agricultural businesses. Sophisticated understanding of farm business planning, sales, and marketing strategies for farmers' markets, direct‑to‑consumer sales, and/or food businesses. Experience with submitting invoices and tracking payments. Skilled at recruiting, training, and managing outside technical assistance providers, consultants, and vendors. Excellent interpersonal skills, a high level of emotional intelligence, and experience working with people from diverse backgrounds in terms of race, ethnicity, gender (including trans* and nonbinary), sexual orientation, class, and religion. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast‑paced team environment. Strong initiative and excellent time management skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail‑oriented with excellent written and public speaking communication skills. Flexibility and willingness to meet farmers’ emergent needs and occupy a position that may change in scope in accordance with the needs of the program and organization. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite. Spanish‑English bilingual. A valid driver’s license and excellent driving record are required to fulfill job duties. Ideal Qualifications
Experience with client or case management. Experience delivering business technical assistance to farmers. Passion for supporting regional farmers and commitment to a racially and socially just food system. Additional Requirements
Ability to travel to Greenmarket locations, regional farms, and other locations (a shared company vehicle is available for regional travel). Ability to walk long distances over rough terrain on regional farms. Ability to drive long distances to regional farms. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Schedule
This position is full‑time, year‑round, with an expected weekly schedule of 35–40 hours. Working days are Monday through Friday, with three (3) in‑office days and a mandatory presence on Wednesdays. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be needed. Compensation
This full‑time, exempt, and salaried role pays $85,000–$90,000 annually and includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long‑term disability, incentive savings plan, paid time off, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, FSA programs, and potential for parental leave for full‑time regular employees who have been employed with GrowNYC for 175 days). This position is not union‑eligible/not a part of the bargaining unit. Location
This is a hybrid role with a minimum of three (3) days per week in our Manhattan office with a mandatory presence on Wednesdays. In‑person field‑based work at Greenmarket locations is required. Visits to regional farms and partner organizations may be needed. Application Instructions
Please click here to sign in and view application details. If you are not registered, you'll be prompted to do so. Don’t worry, it's free! Deadline
No deadline.
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