Program and Operations Coordinator

~ California Climate and Agriculture Network (CalCAN) is a statewide coalition that works on state and federal policy to advance the powerful climate solutions of sustainable and organic agriculture. ~

We seek a widespread transition in California agriculture towards increasingly resilient and environmentally sound farming systems that provide climate benefits, protect our natural resources, sustain our food security, provide for economically vibrant agricultural communities and maintain our finite agricultural lands. CalCAN advances and advocates for policies that provide incentives and other resources for California's farmers and ranchers to implement innovative on-farm conservation practices that mitigate and adapt to climate change while providing other environmental, health and social co-benefits.

CalCAN fills a unique niche of centering agriculture within climate change policy. Our work, in collaboration with coalition partners, has contributed to the adoption of multiple state climate-smart agriculture programs, farmland conservation policy, and on-farm renewable energy advancements.

CalCAN currently has three full-time staff, a lobbyist, internship positions, and a wide network of partners and advisors across the state. We are embarking on an effort to increase our impact by expanding our network of partners, and we are looking for someone passionate about our work and committed to playing a key support role in this exciting phase of growth. Click here for more information on CalCAN's work. 

Position Overview  

Coordinator Role: 

The Coordinator will play an important support role in expanding CalCAN's capacity to build a wider network of partners and enhance our communications, helping to further our influence on sustainable agriculture and climate policy.

The ideal candidate will be committed to sustainable agriculture, enthusiastic about building their skills in communications, event coordination and non-profit administration, and eager to learn, adapt and grow with CalCAN's changing strategies, priorities and needs. We are a small but effective team, looking for someone who likes wearing many hats and wants to learn the ropes of non-profit communications, administration, program management and fundraising. 

Responsibilities 

The Coordinator will work in collaboration with CalCAN's policy team and under the supervision of the Executive Director in the following areas: 

• Events coordination - Manage logistics and outreach for CalCAN events, including: CalCAN's Climate and Agriculture Summit (next at UC Davis in Feb. 2017, attended by 350 farmers, agriculture professionals, researchers, NGOs and policymaker), farm tours, lobby days, partner webinars, roundtable meetings, etc. 
• Communications - Responsible for coordinating CalCAN's communications activities, working with staff to assist in developing and implementing our communications activities. Coordinate publication production for policy reports, fact sheets and white papers; Assist with production of webinars and public presentations; Manage the website, electronic newsletter, social media and blogs; Manage contacts databases for CalCAN network members and media
• Grants management - Support with grant report writing, evaluation and donor cultivation
• Administration - Provide technological and administrative support as needed 

Qualifications 

Eligible applicants must possess the following skills and experience: 

• Demonstrated interest in and familiarity with sustainable agriculture and/or climate change
• Minimum of 2 years professional experience in any of the following areas: non-profit administration; event management; communications; media
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Facility with a variety of applications and tools such as Google Apps, Microsoft Office, Twitter, MailChimp, WordPress, graphics design programs, etc.
• Self-directed, entrepreneurial and collaborative work style
• Excellent project management skills and a good problem solver
• Willingness to travel in state as needed 

Compensation & Terms: This is a full time salaried position that is competitive and commensurate with experience. The position is based in Sebastopol, CA and works closely with the Sacramento-based policy team. 

To Apply 

• Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for 3 references.
• Note that no references will be contacted without first notifying you. Email your application in a single PDF attachment, addressed to Executive Director Renata Brillinger.
• The position will be open until filled.