Event Planner and Community Engagement Specialist

OUR MISSION IS

● To transform the food system to work for everyone; farmers, ranchers, fisherfolk, food workers, and consumers alike.

WE BELIEVE

● It is possible to end economic inequality, poverty, food waste, and hunger in our communities

● The best way to accomplish this is through access to business ownership that will foster the growth of generational wealth for our citizens

● That local farms are the cornerstone of the food system

● In the Revenue First model of Social Enterprise, as the best means to reach our goals

● That both for-profits and nonprofits have significant roles to play in this new community model, and that the marriage of the two provides the best opportunity for meaningful change

● In a Food System that pays a living wage to everyone in it, and that change can begin on local farms

OUR CORE VALUES

● Grow. We have a default to action and movement

● Learn. We thirst for knowledge and best practices. Collaboration is our mantra

● Nourish. We take care of our bodies, minds, and spirits, and those of our community

● Innovate. Today should be better than yesterday, and tomorrow must be better than today

About the Role

Heal The Earth is seeking a multi-talented star that will excel at event planning, relationship building, internal operations and building a robust social media platform. This person will be responsible for community outreach by cultivating donors, securing corporate sponsorships, and leading high-impact fundraising/friendraising events. They will take our social media campaigns to the next level. They will work within the collaborative environment that is Heal the Earth and support the team and CEO in making sure the day to day operations run efficiently.

● Able to develop and build strong relationships with clients, vendors, sponsors and internal teams to achieve seamless coordination

● Able to plan, organize, and execute events of various scales; from concept through completion, ensuring all details align with objectives, budget, and brand.

● Skilled in preparing and tracking event budgets, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring cost-effective outcomes.

● Able to negotiate effectively with vendors and suppliers to stay on budget without compromising quality

● Skilled in developing engaging, brand-aligned posts, stories, videos, and graphics.

● Able to plan, execute, and analyze campaigns across major platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)

● A strong writer and editor, with a focus on tone, clarity, and brand voice consistency.

● Experienced in audience engagement, responding to comments/messages, and fostering positive online communities.

● Able to provide high-level administrative support to executives, including calendar management, and scheduling

● Able to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.

● Detail oriented and meticulous in your approach to correspondence, documentation, and task execution.

● Able to manage projects, track deliverables, and support cross-departmental initiatives.

You’ll Be Responsible For

● Driving all fundraising initiatives, including donor cultivation, sponsorships, annual giving, and events.

● Leading the planning and execution of signature fundraising events.

● Leading the creation and execution of digital marketing campaigns across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and email.

● Handling scheduling, communications, and general administrative duties to support executive and team functions.

● Supervising (as we scale) staff and volunteers to build a collaborative, accountable culture.

Perks of the Job

● Salary: $65,000

● Hybrid work schedule after the initial onboarding period

● Mission-driven team that values humor, flexibility, and collaboration

● Opportunity to make a real impact in the community

● Unlimited PTO

Join Us

We are a dynamic and evolving organization, so if this role excites you, even if you’re not sure you meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to ***email_hidden*** .

This is currently a hybrid position; however, Heal The Earth reserves the right to transition it to a full-time, in-person role if necessary. Heal The Earth is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.