Employment

FMC has no open paid positions at this time, though we encourage interested potential applicants to stay tuned to this page for updates.  Below are volunteer positions.

Thanks for volunteering!  In FY 2010, FMC’s activities were made possible with the support of more than 1,800 volunteer hours.  Our organization is made stronger with your help and we thank you in advance.

Job Title: Resource Library Editor (Volunteer)

Primary Job:  The Resource Library Editor will serve along with other as a peer leader in the curation of best practices, tools, and other resources in the Farmers Market Resource Library. The Resource Library Editor will ensure the accuracy of the FMC Resource Library by identifying and repairing broken links, and submitting appropriate resources not presently included.

Time commitment:   Approximately 3-5 hours per week beginning October 15, 2011 and continuing until May 31, 2012.  The position may be extended upon performance and availability of the volunteer.

Location: Flexible. Work will be conducted “virtually” from the volunteer’s home and communicated electronically via e-mail, phone, and on-line document sharing.

Equipment needed:

Computer with reliable internet access; Telephone for periodic phone calls. The Librarian will be provided with a 2 GB thumb drive for storage of data.

Major Tasks:

• Receive training from FMC in Joomla CMS platform for managing resources on the back end
• Review the Farmers Market Manager FAQ at www.farmersmarketcoalition.org/managerfaq and the FMC Resource Library at www.farmersmarketcoalition.org/resources and identify needed updates, clarifications, removal of duplications, details, or re-classifications
• Monitor the library to check for broken links and make corrections as needed
• Assist in the rating of resources and make improvements to descriptions of resources as needed
• Use social media and other outlets to encourage farmers market practitioners to use and submit to the Resource Library
• Identify, add, and appropriately annotate new entries to the library in addition to making specific additions at the request of FMC staff.

Communication:

The Resource Librarian will be trained by the Membership & Volunteer Coordinator, and will provide reports to the Coordinator at least every other week) by phone/e-mail regarding progress on activities and to resolve any arising questions.  The Executive Director is also available on an ongoing basis to answer questions and provide other assistance as needed.

Termination:

Both the Executive Director and the volunteer have the right to terminate the volunteer relationship at any time with a letter in writing.

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Job Title: Communications & Web Media Intern (Unpaid)

Reports to: Executive Director

Description: The Farmers Market Coalition (FMC) is seeking a smart, detail-oriented, and creative volunteer interested in web and media communications for a non-profit with a focus on providing resources and information for farmers market nationwide. With a small staff, FMC operates a ‘virtual office,’ with value on independence and initiative. The Communications & Web Media Intern will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a young, growing nonprofit while working on a variety of communication projects involving web site/blog maintenance (using WordPress), social media, and writing articles and organizational communications.  Necessary training on the use of WordPress, Joomla, Constant Contact, and other tools will be provided.

Location: Flexible. Work will be conducted “virtually” from the intern’s place of residence, with flexible hours. Personal computer with reliable internet access required. Communication with supervisor will be conducted electronically via e-mail, phone, and on-line document sharing.

Time commitment: Part-time (approximately 10 hours per week) for either a 12 month or 6 month term.  The start and end dates and hourly commitment of the internship are flexible and can be adjusted based on intern’s availability. 

Requirements: Personal computer with reliable internet access and phone for periodic phone meetings with supervisor.

Compensation: The internship is unpaid, but FMC can arrange for the intern to earn academic credit through your college or university if the school offers such opportunities.

Responsibilities:
The Communications & Web Media Intern will:
• Update the FMC website calendar and program pages as often as needed
• Assist with Farmers Market Week communications to members, supporters, and social media followers
• Actively engage in regular maintenance and oversight of FMC’s social media (twitter, facebook cause)
• Assist with editing and dissemination of the quarterly market beet e-newsletter
• Make periodic announcements and article postings to FMC web site as needed
•Create monthly reports of web site traffic, email response, media coverage of FMC or FMC programs

Required Qualifications:
• Experience or willingness to learn WordPress, Joomla, and Constant Contact
• Excellent written communications skills, including ability to take initiative and perform follow-up
• Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Interest in farmers markets, nonprofit communications, and marketing
• Ability to work independently and juggle multiple projects at once
• Interest in learning nonprofit usage of social networks such as facebook and twitter
• At least one year of undergraduate school completed

Preferred Qualifications:
• The ability to earn academic credit through an accredited college or university

Organization Background:
The Farmers Market Coalition (FMC) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to strengthening farmers markets nationally through education, networking, and advocacy. FMC is governed by a 17 member Board of Directors, and represents member markets, producers, state associations, and other farmers market organizations throughout the United States. You can learn more about Farmers Market Coalition at: www.FarmersMarketCoalition.org.

Application instructions:

Please email your résumé, cover letter, availability (in hours per week) and any relevant links of work to work@farmersmarketcoalition.org. Deadline for applications is June 15, 2010.

The Farmers Market Coalition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Internship positions do not entitle the  intern to future employment by the organization.

To apply for either of these positions, please submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to work@farmersmarketcoalition.org.   If you are interested in volunteering for our organization, please visit our volunteer page, or send a letter of interest to work@farmersmarketcoalition.org.

 

Job Title:  Research & Education Intern

Reports to:Executive Director

 

Description:  The Farmers Market Coalition (FMC) is seeking a detail-oriented and creative intern interested in research and education for a non-profit devoted to strengthening farmers markets nationwide. With a small staff, FMC operates a ‘virtual office,’ with value on independence and initiative. The Research & Education Intern will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a young, growing nonprofit while working to support FMC’s national education activities.  Specifically, the intern will assist with a variety of research and writing projects designed to increase stakeholder understanding of the characteristics of farmers markets in the United States, and the roles they play in public health, local economies, farm viability, and community development.  This work will include the development of educational resources, surveys, newsletter articles, and funding proposals, combining the intern’s interests to create a mutually meaningful work experience.

Location: Flexible. Work will be conducted “virtually” from the intern’s place of residence, with flexible hours. Personal computer with reliable internet access required. Communication with supervisor will be conducted electronically via e-mail, phone, and on-line document sharing.

 

Time commitment:   Part-time (15 hours per week) for 8 months, October 1 through May 31, 2011.  The start and end dates and hourly commitment of the internship are flexible and can be adjusted based on intern’s needs and potentially extended, pending performance. 

 

Requirements: Personal computer with reliable internet access and phone for periodic phone meetings with supervisor.  Regular face-to-face meetings will be scheduled if intern lives in Charlottesville, VA area.

Compensation: Interns will be paid a monthly stipend of $500, FMC can arrange for them to earn academic credit through their college or university if the school offers such opportunities.

Responsibilities:
The Research & Education Intern will research farmers market characteristics, and farmers market statistics, as well as write educational outreach materials and policy briefs.  While some aspects of the workplan can be customized to skills and interests, the intern will:

·         Write 4-5 newsletter articles for the market beet, FMC’s quarterly newsletter, on topics agreed upon with the Executive Director

·         Draft action alert emails and develop surveys to assess farmers market characteristics

·         Research, synthesize, and develop policy briefs for the public as well as congressional decision-makers  

·         Assist Executive Director with the preparation of grant proposals and reports as needed

·         Post relevant articles and resources of interest to the FMC listserv

·         Other tasks as assigned

 

Required Qualifications:

·         Interest/experience with farmers markets, agricultural education, agricultural economics, environmental policy, public health, and/or community development

·         Excellent written and oral communications skills; ability to take initiative and perform follow-up

·         Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Windows Office, Excel, and Powerpoint

·         Ability to work independently and juggle multiple projects at once

·         Experience or willingness to learn GoToWebinar

·         At least two years of undergraduate work completed

 

Preferred Qualifications:
• Grant-writing experience

·   Experience with or willingness to learn WordPress

·   Experience with or willingness to learn Constant Contact e-mail marketing

• The ability to earn academic credit through your college or university

Organization Background:
The Farmers Market Coalition (FMC) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to strengthening farmers markets nationally through education, networking, and advocacy. FMC is governed by a 17 member Board of Directors, and represents member markets, producers, state associations, and other farmers market organizations throughout the United States. You can learn more about Farmers Market Coalition at: www.FarmersMarketCoalition.org.

Application instructions:

Please email your résumé, cover letter, availability (in start time and hours per week) and any relevant links of work to work@farmersmarketcoalition.org.  Deadline for applications is September 10, 2011.

The Farmers Market Coalition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Internship positions do not entitle the intern to future employment by the organization.