Position Overview
As an integral part of the Climate and Soil Health division, the Deputy Director oversees internal operations related to diversified program planning, communications, financial spenddown, staff development and, to a limited extent, Director support in fostering external partner relationships. The Deputy will take an active role in defining the division's programmatic growth strategy and annual work plans to ensure the successful achievement of committed award outcomes and budget targets. This effort will require the engagement of cross-functional staff to evaluate the impact of new funding on existing project timelines, staff capacity and/or other required parameters.
Responsibilities
health practices, biochar integration, climate mitigation and resilience, etc.) to evolve the Climate & Soil Health division.
Identify opportunities to develop new partnerships in areas that elevate AFT’s mission to expand education and outreach to underserved communities with a specific focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ).
Support Director in the development of compelling proposals to secure multi-year funding opportunities for priority programmatic areas.
Support Director in stewardship of current and prospective funders, including individual, foundational, corporate, and government agencies.
Work with National Communications staff to actively communicate about the Climate and Soil Health initiative, including op-eds, blog posts, press releases, websites, etc.
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to request other or different duties be performed as assigned, and the sharing of responsibilities between the Deputy Director and Director may be adjusted over time.
Qualifications
Projects: History of successful design, planning and execution for interconnected portfolios/programs/projects on time, within scope and budget. Experience in annual strategic planning and operating plan processes.
Financials: Experience managing complex federal/non-profit/or other budgets and grants with ability to translate financial concepts to staff at all levels of the organization.
Funding: Familiarity with state and federal grant management processes, contracting procedures and compliance, and other contracting or accountability systems required by universities, corporations, or foundation partners.
Contracting: Experience developing contracts with both for/not-for-profit pa
Qualifications
Proven ability to adapt quickly and support the effective management of conflicting priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
Systems: Proficient in using Microsoft applications such as Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;comfortable learning new systems.
DEIJ: Dedication to practice, learning, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice within AFT and across agriculture with a focus on social/cultural barriers that may impact practice adoption.
Agriculture: Basic familiarity with and deep interest in agriculture and/or conservation, climate change, soil health, carbon sequestration and/or regenerative practices with a desire to learn in support of AFT’s mission to holistically improve agricultural systems.
Education & Experience
BA/BS in agribusiness management, business management, natural resource management, soils, agronomy or related field
Master’s in Business Administration or Management would be beneficial;2 years of additional relevant work experience can be substituted.
5-7 years’ experience working in a Program Lead/Management or Supervisory role with strong experience and demonstrated confidence in budget, people and program management.
Additional non-profit work experience or professional accomplishments in one or more of the disciplines noted may substitute for the Masters.
Working Conditions
This job operates in a teleworking or professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, and phones. Occasional work in the evenings or on weekends may be required to meet deadlines.
Travel
Requires up to 25% travel, including to national headquarters office in Washington, D.C., other offices, and elsewhere in the country.
Physical requirements
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent w
How to Apply
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