Outreach and Relationship Coordinator

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Volunteer Outreach Coordinator to help us build a comprehensive online directory for farms and farmers markets across the nation, with a particular focus on the Southeast region. As an Outreach Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in connecting with farms and farmers markets, showcasing the benefits of our directory, and encouraging their participation. If you enjoy building relationships, making connections, and supporting local agriculture, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the growth of a sustainable food system across the nation.

Responsibilities:

1. Outreach Strategy and Planning:

   • Develop a strategic outreach plan to engage with farms and farmers markets nationwide, focusing on the Southeast region initially.
   • Collaborate with the team to identify target farms and farmers markets for outreach efforts.
   • Create effective call and email scripts, follow-up strategies, and tracking methods for outreach activities.

2. Relationship Building and Engagement:

   • Initiate contact with farms and farmers markets across the nation through phone calls, emails, and other communication channels.
   • Clearly articulate the value and advantages of being listed in our nationwide online directory.
   • Build rapport and establish positive relationships with potential participants.
   • Address inquiries, provide assistance, and guide farms and farmers markets through the registration process.

3. Communication and Follow-Up:

   • Maintain accurate records of all outreach activities, including contact details, responses, and next steps.
   • Follow up with farms and farmers markets to provide additional information and support as needed.
   • Respond promptly to inquiries and provide exceptional customer service throughout the outreach process.
   • Coordinate with the team to ensure seamless integration of farms and farmers markets into the online directory.

4. Feedback and Improvement:

   • Collect feedback from farms and farmers markets to improve the outreach process and enhance the online directory's features.
   • Collaborate with the team to implement suggestions and incorporate new ideas into the directory's development.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish connections and build relationships.
• Comfortable with making phone calls and sending professional emails.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage nationwide outreach efforts.
• Passionate about supporting local agriculture and fostering community connections.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, coordinating efforts with the directory development team.
• Proficiency in using communication tools such as email, phone, and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.

Benefits:

• Contribute to the growth and development of a nationwide online directory that supports farms and farmers markets.
• Develop and enhance your communication and relationship-building skills.
• Network and connect with farmers and community members across the nation.
• Gain insights into local agriculture and sustainable food systems from various regions.
• Play a vital role in promoting community engagement and supporting local farmers nationwide.

Join our team of dedicated volunteers and help us build a comprehensive online directory that connects consumers with farms and farmers markets across the nation. Your outreach efforts will empower local agriculture, strengthen community connections, and contribute to a sustainable and inclusive food system.