Partnership Manager

DEPARTMENT: Administration

ROLE TITLE: Partnership Managers (+Farm Ambassador/School Ambassador)

LOCATION: Various Sites in Olympia, Washington State

LEVEL/SALARY: This is an unpaid volunteer role. Optional commission-based opportunities with external partner organizations may be available but are not required and are not part of the volunteer duties for C.A.R.E. Wellness Center.

DESIRED HOURS: Monday through Friday, flexible hours

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION: C.A.R.E. Wellness Center & Services

C.A.R.E. Wellness Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity with a mission of providing a safe farm stay, holistic retreat, and wellness programs for BIPOC community and allies for equality. Its programs are focused on persons of color and work with vulnerable populations such as BIPOC with justice-involvement, foster youth, and those suffering mental health challenges. The person in this role must be sensitive to these populations and center their duties on wellness.

Our Mission is to provide a safe farm stay, holistic retreat, and wellness programs for black, indigenous, people of color and allies, to recover from Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome via Spirituality, AgroTourism, and Racial Justice.

Our Vision is Connectivity: to Nature; to God; and to Self. Our goal of acquiring farmland is to establish a safe spiritual retreat for people of color to escape constant trauma and begin repairing their fractured foundation and realize self-actualization. Our programs are a research community project with a goal of empowering others to heal from PTSS.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking three dynamic Partnership Managers to work asynchronous and synchronously to build and maintain community partnerships. There will be a lead Partnership Manager who coordinates site visits for a School Ambassador and Farm Ambassador who work in the field. These roles are pivotal in expanding our reach and impact by meeting with organizations within the community, tabling school or farm sites, marketing our programs and services, representing C.A.R.E. at various events, and nurturing our relationships with key partners in the agricultural and educational sectors, as well as with the local community. There is also an opportunity for commission-based work if you're also interested and have experience in sales, as our partners are offering part-time sales work to those able to market and sale their products at events. If you are extroverted and excited to represent C.A.R.E., its mission, and our partners, this will be an exciting and rewarding role for you.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

The Partnership Manager will lead C.A.R.E. Wellness Center’s community engagement initiatives by supervising and supporting the Farm Ambassador and School Ambassador roles. This position is responsible for developing strategic partnerships with local farms, professionals, organizations, and educational institutions, ensuring alignment with our mission to promote wellness, spirituality, racial justice, and sustainable practices. This is done by managing our client list, scheduling community engagement visits and surveys to build and maintain connections internationally. The Partnership Manager will oversee outreach efforts, coordinate program activities with the Program Manager, and ensure successful implementation of agrotourism within our programs.

The Farm Ambassador plays a vital role in fostering connections between C.A.R.E. Wellness Center and local, organic farms. As an advocate for wellness, spirituality, agrotourism, and racial justice, the Farm Ambassador establishes strong relationships with organic farm owners and operators by building contact lists, performing outreach, and establishing a schedule to table on-site. This position contributes to the nonprofit’s mission by facilitating wellness programs on these farm sites and promoting sustainable practices.

The School Ambassador plays a crucial role in building connections between C.A.R.E. Wellness Center and post-secondary schools. Focused on supporting BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) students interested in agrotourism, the Ambassador establishes relationships that facilitate funding opportunities for upcoming wellness programs. By advocating for our nonprofit, the School Ambassador ensures that students can participate in transformative wellness programs at spiritual locations worldwide during our Winter Exchange Programs. Both positions are hybrid roles, allowing some remote work but preferably in Washington state to table at local events, participate in our events and meet with local organizations. College students are highly encouraged to apply!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Relationship Building:

• Regularly visit local organic farms or school sites to establish and maintain positive relationships.
• Collaborate with farm owners, school activity managers, and staff to understand their values, practices, and goals.
• Advocate for C.A.R.E. Wellness Center’s mission and build trust with farm partners.

Program Coordination:

• Work closely with the program team to design and implement wellness programs on farm or school sites.
• Coordinate workshops, retreats, and events that align with spirituality, health, and racial justice.
• Ensure seamless communication between C.A.R.E. and farm or school partners during program planning and execution.

Community Engagement:

• Engage with the local community to promote agrotourism and encourage farm visits, or promote family supportive services with school partners.
• Educate visitors about sustainable farming practices, organic produce, and wellness benefits.
• Educate visitors about holistic supportive services that promote family reunification, state-approved qualifications, and evidence-based supportive services.
• Foster a sense of community by organizing farm/school tours, volunteer opportunities, and educational sessions.

Advocacy and Education:

• Advocate for racial equity and social justice within the agricultural and educational sectors.
• Raise awareness about the intersection of wellness, spirituality, and sustainable farming.
• Participate in community events, workshops, and conferences related to agrotourism and wellness.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate records of farm/school visits, interactions, and program outcomes.
• Provide regular updates to the program director and executive team.
• Collect feedback from farm partners and program participants to improve initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passion for sustainable agriculture/education, wellness, and racial justice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
• Commitment to C.A.R.E. Wellness Center’s mission and values.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter who can work independently.
• Knowledge of organic farming practices and agrotourism.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Types 35+ WPM
• Excellent oral, text and written skills
• Maintain a comprehensive database of relationships in Notion, ensuring all contact information, interaction history, and partnership details are up-to-date and easily accessible.
• Develop and oversee a tracking system for events, partnership opportunities, and funding opportunities, which will be shared across all departments to foster collaboration and awareness.
• Regularly update the organization’s calendar in Notion with upcoming events and partnership activities, providing reminders and logistical details to ensure team preparedness.
• Process participant leads by entering information into the database, categorizing leads based on interest level, and initiating follow-up actions to convert leads into active participants or partners.
• Generate regular reports to summarize relationship status, event outcomes, and partnership developments, presenting insights and recommendations to the management team.
• Facilitate cross-departmental meetings to discuss upcoming events, share partnership opportunities, and align strategies for community engagement and funding acquisition.
• Ensure seamless communication between the organization and its partners by managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and providing timely updates on C.A.R.E. initiatives.

PROGRAMS USED:

• Microsoft Suite
• Notion
• Slack/Yodel

WORK CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The Partnership Managers work at various locations on shifts remotely with some scheduled time on partner sites, meeting and event settings during quarter sessions for programs, with minimal bending, stooping, sitting, and kneeling. May require long periods of standing. Exposure to animals, plants, perfume/incense, and nuts. “May occasionally require lifting up to 50 lbs (e.g., event materials, tabling supplies). May require some local travel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Preferred minimum of 3 years of experience in partnership management, community outreach, or a similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to forge and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of the agricultural sector (for Farm Ambassador) or educational institutions (for School Ambassador).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of social media and digital marketing tools.
• Ability to organize and attend events, manage booths, and deliver presentations.
• Adept at working independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to the values of spirituality, sustainability, and equality.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

C.A.R.E. Wellness Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all stakeholders.

NEXT STEPS: Please Apply HERE! https://forms.office.com/r/xZCqsTh7Sm

Private Group Details:

• Group Size Range: 1 - 5
• Event can be held at organization location(s)
• Donation Requested

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