Food and Agriculture Assistant

LocationQueens, Bronx, New York City, Remote

SetupHybrid

LevelEntry

Posted4w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a Food and Agriculture Assistant to support day-to-day operations at New Roots Farm and Garden, facilitating training activities and community engagement. The role is based in Queens and Bronx, New York City, with some remote work, and pays $22.50 - $23.15 per hour.

Role: Food and Agriculture Assistant
Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
Location: Queens, Bronx, New York City, Remote
Work setup: Hybrid
Level: Entry
Compensation: $22.50 - $23.15 per hour
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The Food and Agriculture Assistant at the International Rescue Committee (IRC) will support day-to-day operations at New Roots Farm and Garden, facilitating training activities and community engagement. This role involves working with staff, interns, volunteers, and community members to enhance production and information exchange.

What you'll do

Contribute to overall site maintenance
Coordinate work-day activities with community members and support volunteers on site
Coordinate seed saving for successions and the garden’s seed library
Provide suggestions for and implement natural pest management
Assist with harvest and distribution
Conduct community outreach and develop and maintain community partnerships

What it takes

Passion for and knowledge of food sovereignty and food justice
Physical ability to carry out gardening and farm-related activities
1-2 years’ experience in sustainable agriculture/urban farming/gardening projects
Experience in community organizing, engagement, or training, particularly with disadvantaged communities
Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multicultural environment
Fluent in English, both spoken and written; strong preference for bilingual candidates, preferably in Spanish, Bengali, or Filipino

What you'll bring

Passion for food sovereignty and food justicePhysical ability for gardening and farm activitiesExperience in community organizing or engagementExcellent problem-solving and time management skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office applications

How we treat you

403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid sick leave, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is based in Queens and Bronx, New York City, with some remote work.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is $22.50 - $23.15 per hour.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include passion for food sovereignty and food justice, physical ability for gardening and farm activities, 1-2 years’ experience in sustainable agriculture/urban farming/gardening projects, and experience in community organizing, engagement, or training, particularly with disadvantaged communities.

How do I apply?

To apply, visit the IRC job posting page and follow the instructions provided.

How to apply

Apply directly on IRC - International Rescue Committee's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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