Appalachian Harvest

This position will oversee (ATFNRP) programming in Appalachian Sustainable Development’s (ASD) Agroforestry Department, with the following areas of responsibility: Area 1 (45%):Improve and implement the ATFNRP model by, ensuring successful establishment of agroforestry demonstration sites in the Southeast for training and outreach, as needed. working closely with partners to develop in-person training curriculums with consistent learning objectives and regional considerations. planning, facilitating, and teaching at in-person and virtual ATFNRP training. cultivating working relationships with NRPs in the mid-Atlantic and Central Appalachia. co-developing a strategic plan for ATFNRP model replication nationwide. tracking ATFNRP metrics and assisting with grant reporting. collecting, analyzing, and implementing evaluation data for training curriculum updates. coordinating and facilitating ATFNRP partner meetings, and attending other related meetings as needed. Area 2 (35%):Promote and expand the ATFNRP model by, cultivating relationships with regional and national NRPs and pertinent organizations. identifying partners and supporting their adoption of the ATFNRP replication model. increasing ATFNRP brand awareness through NRP engagement opportunities. working with ASD Marketing to create and maintain the ATFNRP website. working with ASD Marketing and partners to maintain and adhere to the ATFNRP marketing plan and collateral. maintaining a national quarterly ATFNRP newsletter, e-blasts, and associated listserv. attending and/or presenting at relevant conferences and outreach events. Area 3 (20%):Participate and engage as part of the ASD and Agroforestry team by, attending bi-weekly ASD Team Meetings, bi-weekly Agroforestry Team Meetings, monthly budget meetings, and weekly One on One Meetings with Supervisor. assisting in the development of quarterly Agroforestry in Appalachia newsletters/ e-blasts and social media content for the department. attending and participating in all mandatory ASD events (e.g. board and staff retreat). responding to other requests from management and partners, as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent 3-4 years of experience) in/related to: Education, Agroforestry, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies, etc. Exceptional project planning and management experience. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate with diverse teams. Excel in developing virtual and in-person training materials and curriculum. Demonstrated ability to plan and conduct outreach and training events, with exceptional community engagement and public speaking skills. Superior listening, verbal, and written communication and interpersonal skills. Outstanding organizational, record keeping, and data management and analysis skills. Proficiency with technology including MS Office Suite, Google Drive, webinars, etc. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in/related to the same fields as above. Experience working with state and federal natural resource conservation agencies. Well-rounded understanding of agroforestry systems. Prior experience designing and establishing agroforestry practices and/or providing conservation planning technical assistance to farmers. Familiarity with grant management and reporting. Location: While much of this work can be conducted virtually, in-person training currently takes place in VA, NC, TN, and KY. ASD prefers candidates to be located in our core coverage area of southwest VA or northeast TN, but a regionally remote position may be considered. Option to join ASD health, dental, and vision insurance Option to join the ASD Verizon business plan; includes unlimited talk/text at no cost to employee Paid time off, up to 144 hrs annually; accrual starts at 30 days 14 paid federal holidays Simple IRA with up to 3% match Mileage and relocation reimbursement Working Conditions: Flexibility to work in a fa