TITLE: Farmer Advocate
LOCATION: HAFA Farm in Vermillion Township, MN, and occasionally in HAFA Office in West St Paul, MN
COMPENSATION: Salary starting at 55,000 Annual Salary – plus a generous benefits package.
TIME: Full time, Exempt. Regular working hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm. May be required to work occasional evenings and weekends.
SUPERVISOR: Farm Manager
The Hmong American Farmers Association (HAFA) is a membership based, social justice minded nonprofit organization that works with Hmong American farmers in the Twin Cities and the surrounding metropolitan area. The mission of the organization is to advance the economic, social, and cultural prosperity of these farmers and their families. Many Hmong farmers face numerous obstacles to farming, including lack of access to land, capital, training and alternative markets besides the farmers’ markets. Through cooperative farming, education, and advocacy, HAFA works with Hmong farmers to create a path to wealth creation, not just income generation. HAFA was started by and is led by Hmong American farmers and uses an organizing approach to do its work.
Job Description:
The Hmong American Farmers Association (HAFA) is seeking to hire a Farmer Advocate to provide technical assistance, support HAFA’s farmer members, grow HAFA’s membership, and work with the organization’s strategic partnerships.
Responsibilities:
Duties associated with this position include, but are not limited to:
Qualifications & Experience:
Essential Functions:
The following position requirements are representative of those that will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environment
Physical Demands
HAFA is especially interested in candidates who are committed to social, economic and racial justice. HAFA is a Hmong-led organization, and cultural diversity is important to us. Minorities and people of color (particularly Hmong) are encouraged to apply. HAFA is an equal opportunity employer.
If interested, please send your cover letter, resume, and three references to: HR@hmongfarmers.com . Please put “Farmer Advocate Applicant” in the subject line.
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