Administrative Team Description

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM (A-team)

The Real Food Challenge Administrative Team (A-team) is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the campaign. This entails campaign planning, resource development, campus outreach and organizing, and media/communications. Examples include developing the Real Food Calculator, drafting policies for the Steering Committee to approve, creating materials for students, and supporting Regional Coordinators. It's a mixture of creative work and the daily grind. The responsibilities below are shared throughout the entire team, with one person taking the lead on a certain activity.

Responsibilities

  • Weekly phone calls with the rest of the team. Note: This is essential to being part of the team. We use a conference call service.
  • Developing resources for the campaign. Examples include the Real Food Calculator, materials for students (flyers, posters, etc.), and written guides
  • Outreach to students and organizations nationwide
  • Communications work: writing press releases and e-organizing
  • Supporting fundraising efforts

What we're looking for

  • Passionate about food systems change and the growing youth food movement
  • Desire to work in a multicultural context
  • Excellent writing skills or graphic design a plus
  • Can devote a minimum of 7 hours a week to working on the campaign. This time commitment is absolutely essential.
  • Someone who can work reliably individually and also work well in a very collaborative setting

Location: anywhere in the U.S. with occasional travel if necessary.

This is a volunteer position, and we'd be more than happy to help you get school credit for it. It is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills, make connections nationwide, and participate in an exciting, growing campaign!

To apply

Please tell us a bit about yourself in a short personal statement, addressing the following:

  1. How you got interested in the food system and the emerging movement, and what motivates you to keep working for change.
  2. Specific skills, ideas, or perspectives you hope to contribute to the A-team.
  3. Any challenges and/or opportunities in fitting this in your schedule.

Send your personal statement to marissa@realfoodchallenge.org