Associate Director for Resource Development (Chicago Office), posted 4/2/08
Application deadline: 4/28/08
Angelic Organics Learning Center seeks a versatile, highly-organized, team player to join our team as Associate Director for Resource Development. This full-time, leadership position is responsible for developing and implementing the organization’s resource development and communications strategies. The position’s primary focus is on increasing and diversifying the revenue and donor base of the Learning Center. The position requires an individual who is committed to our mission and who can communicate effectively with donors and funders. The Associate Director must be a self-starter who can manage multiple responsibilities, meet deadlines, and supervise a small staff team. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years experience in the nonprofit sector, including 3 years demonstrated success in creating and leading resource development programs. This position is ideal for a development professional who has gained valuable skills at larger organizations and is ready to take on a leadership role in a community-based nonprofit. This position includes benefits. Read the job description.

About Employment with the Learning Center

Aside from working with a talented, fun-loving, and dedicated team, other benefits to employment at the Learning Center are:

• Location: Our main office is located just south of the Illinois-Wisconsin state line, 5 miles east of Interstate 90. We are a short commute from Rockford, IL, and Beloit, WI. Our office is in a natural/ecological building with passive solar heating and a beautiful farmland view. Our Chicago office is in a historic church with an attached greenhouse and kitchen garden in the Woodlawn neighborhood.
• Diversity: Our farm is rich with a work force of inspiring individuals, frequently from around the world as well as across the country.
• Spirit: We are proud of our efforts and grateful for the opportunity to work so closely with the land and with others who value food, farming, and local food systems. We acknowledge the connections between our healthy spirits, healthy land, and a healthy community.
• Experience: You will be able to see first hand the joys and challenges of running a farm and a growing nonprofit educational organization.
• Benefits: Full-time employees receive paid vacation and holidays; may enroll in our group health plan; and may receive a weekly share of the farm’s vegetables, herbs, and fruit at a discounted price.

To Apply
Please familiarize yourself with our website and the job description for the position you are interested in. Then send your cover letter and resume to jobs@learngrowconnect.org or Angelic Organics Learning Center, 1547 Rockton Road, Caledonia IL 61011.

You must apply specifically for an open position. No general applications will be accepted. No phone inquiries please.