Website Black Farmer Fund, Inc.
About Black Farmer Fund, Inc.
Black Farmer Fund, Inc. (BFF) is a community-led investment fund established with the purpose of empowering Black farmers and food businesses in the Northeast USA. It focuses on connecting investment capital and technical assistance with Black food businesses that advocate for economic justice, community wealth building, and ecological sustainability. Launched in 2021, BFF is distinguished by its community-based decision-making process, with a committee of Black farmers and food entrepreneurs overseeing funding allocations. The organization is unique in its ability to offer flexible financial support options to Black-owned enterprises, which align with its mission and values, furthering food sovereignty and economic redistribution. For more details, visit their website at www.blackfarmerfund.org.
About this Role
The Community Engagement Intern supports Black Farmer Fund’s Community Work Days program during the spring/summer season. As a part-time role, the focus is on logistical coordination to ensure the smooth operation of these community events. This position is perfect for someone organized, community-oriented, and ready to manage both behind-the-scenes and on-the-ground activities. The role involves coordinating the administrative and operational logistics that facilitate the smooth execution of BFF’s community work days, along with participating in select in-person events. The intern will report directly to the Senior Community Engagement Manager and is expected to work 10-12 hours per week remotely. However, occasional travel is required for in-person work days within the Northeast, and candidates must have a vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance. Approved work-related mileage will be reimbursed. Candidates should be prepared for a non-standard employment term tied to the farming season, with potential renewal.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate lunch and food arrangements for work day participants.
- Track and communicate staff attendance and scheduling details ahead of each work day.
- Assist with community outreach and send reminders to participants, volunteers, and partner organizations.
- Coordinate logistics related to the storage facility, including inventory management.
- Help prepare and organize materials, tools, or resources needed for work day activities.
- Maintain organized records and trackers across work days.
- Support day-of coordination and execution, including setup and supply management.
- Serve as a point of contact for participants, volunteers, and vendors.
- Assist with managing food and lunch logistics on-site.
- Take notes or gather informal feedback from participants.
Requirements
- Experience or coursework in community organizing, program coordination, event planning, or related fields.
- Prior experience with administrative coordination or event support is a plus.
- Familiarity with Google Workspace and other collaboration tools.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Comfortable with outreach and independent work.
- Demonstrated interest in Black food systems and community wealth building.
- Committed to values of racial, economic, and food justice.
Benefits
- Flexible remote work schedule.
- Reimbursement for approved work-related mileage.
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in community organizing.
- Work closely with a mission-driven non-profit organization.
- Engage with diverse communities and support impactful initiatives.
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