Outreach Manager

OUTREACH MANAGER | Land to Learn

Hybrid: remote and in-person in Newburgh/Beacon/Kingston, NY

Full Time, Non-Exempt, Flexible Hours

$55,000 annual salary; health insurance contribution; generous paid time off

Start Date (somewhat flexible): September 10, 2025

About Land to Learn

Our mission is to help grow a movement for food justice and community wellness through garden-based education. We create learning opportunities for youth that empower them with resources and skills to develop lifelong healthful habits and an appreciation for the natural world. Our programs utilize educational gardens to connect young people with the land, food, one another, and themselves. https://landtolearn.org/

Position Overview

The Outreach Manager is responsible for managing community engagement efforts related to LtL’s educational programs and purpose, with the goal of building the organization’s network of supporters. This position manages all aspects of in-person community engagement events, including marketing and communications, securing local business sponsorships, and coordinating volunteers and interns. This position manages online fundraising campaigns and takes a lead role in planning special events with the Board of Directors’ Events Committee. The Outreach Manager reports to LtL’s Executive Director, and also works with LtL’s education/program staff. This position requires travel to programmatic sites and consistent engagement with community stakeholders, including some evening and weekend events.

Roles and Responsibilities

please see this infographic depicting roles and responsibilities: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1twNq2vJgo_pcoNrpCbW_NbIOYTYOMTUD/view?usp=sharing

Community Engagement

• Work with the ED to develop outreach strategies with the goal of increasing LtL’s network of supporters
• Identify and manage various opportunities to engage with the public in each of the 3 cities where LtL serves, focused on in-person public events, including coordination of messaging/activities, materials, and staffing
• Maintain existing and build new partnerships and collaborations that foster community engagement efforts
• Solicit business sponsorships to support community engagement work
• Co-lead and coordinate 3 to 5 in-person fundraising and friendraising events per year, in collaboration with the Board of Directors and ED
• Recruit, train, and oversee volunteers and interns, including management of volunteer database, and coordination with other staff to assign volunteer tasks (Land to Learn does not have a large volunteer base; the Outreach Manager will be responsible for growing it!)

Marketing & Communications

• Manage online and direct mail fundraising campaigns (2 per year)
• Create content and strategy for public communication in:
  • Monthly newsletters
  • Social media
  • Annual Reports
  • Event & program flyers
  • Promotional postcards and brochures
  • Website
• Supervise LtL’s social media coordinator
• Co-create and co-manage individual donor communications timelines, calendars, and records, in collaboration with the ED (using Bloomerang donor management software and Asana project management software)

Required skills

• At least 2 years experience in fundraising and/or outreach with nonprofits
• Enthusiasm, interpersonal skills, and a genuine interest in engaging with the public during in-person events
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Design and content creation experience and/or proven skills
• Creative problem solver who pays careful attention to detail
• Self-driven, collaborative team player with respect and desire for independent work
• Well organized and deadline-driven with a knack for project management
• Proficiency in Google Workspace
• Proficiency in or working knowledge of Canva and/or digital design
• Proficiency in or working knowledge of Bloomerang or similar donor management software
• Commitment to work equitably and inclusively with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds including: race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, class and religion, etc.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

An ideal candidate would have:

• 3-4 years experience with individual giving and/or outreach
• Familiarity with work related to food and/or education and/or agriculture

Candidates need not have all of the above skillsets as Land to Learn is committed to finding the best fit for our team and is committed to investing in your learning and growth.

Compensation, Benefits, Growth Opportunity

• Full time position (40hr/week) with annual salary of $55,000
• Option to join a health insurance plan for which LtL covers a portion of monthly premiums
• Paid Time Off: 80 hours vacation for 1st year of employment (increases over time); 104 hours sick/personal; 18 days holiday, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day; half day summer Fridays in July & August
• Travel stipend to cover mileage between work sites within the work day
• The Outreach Manager will have the opportunity to shape and expand their role as they help grow Land to Learn’s network of support. As the organization’s outreach efforts evolve, so will the responsibilities of this position, ideally increasing in scope and impact in step with the work. This is a growth-oriented role, well-suited for someone who is excited to build both LtL’s community and their own professional path.

Land to Learn’s Values

Land to Learn is a values-driven organization. As an organization, we try to approach our work with an awareness of current and historic institutional oppressions perpetuated by—and ingrained in—the educational system. Land to Learn values lived experiences and organic knowledge with equal measure to institutional knowledge. To this end, we utilize educational philosophies rooted in democratic principles and hands-on experiences. Learn more about our approach here. We also value Restorative and Transformative Justice practices in educational community-building and conflict resolution. We honor the wisdom and work of those who have led us here while valuing innovation and embracing change. Learn more about Land to Learn at our website.

Land to Learn is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We strongly encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and members of other historically marginalized communities. We believe that diverse voices and lived experiences strengthen our work and our impact.

How to Apply

Please use this form to upload a resume and cover letter, and respond to the questions and prompts. Feel free to contact Land to Learn’s Executive Director, Nicole Porto, with any questions at nicole@landtolearn.org.