Communications Officer and Data Specialist

Communications Officer and Data Specialist

The Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF) is searching for a Communications Officer and Data Specialist (CO-DS) to join our organization. NAAF is the largest U.S. philanthropic organization focused exclusively on the needs of Native American farmers and ranchers. This position requires someone who has a proactive personality and engaging team player style with a passion for and commitment to the mission and core values of NAAF.

The CO-DS will help amplify the story of Native food and agriculture through data analysis and content creation. The CO-DS will assist the CEO and senior leadership with all communications efforts and serve as the in-house creator of all multimedia projects and data visualization. The CO-DS may be periodically asked to assist with special projects. The CO-DS may also be asked to provide support to the program and finance departments on an as-needed basis.

Required Competencies and Skills:

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  Web performance and design

o Experience with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress

o Experience with web hosting platforms such as GoDaddy

• Experience with graphic design, including proficiencies with tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva

• Photography and videography

o Proficiency with camera operation, lighting techniques, sound recording equipment

• Strong data analysis and technical writing skills

• Strong editing and proofreading skills, with a strong attention to detail

• Microsoft Office 365, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

• In-depth knowledge of Zoom and other webinar platforms, including hosting, scheduling, and managing webinars

• Team player who is adaptable, communicative, and willing to pitch in where needed to ensure the team's overall effectiveness and achievement

• Ability to foster complete collaboration and open communication among all members

• Assist in propelling our key projects and initiatives forward with determination

• Demonstrate initiative in addressing challenges and seizing opportunities

• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

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  Communications support for events such as virtual and in-person conferences, convenings, media events, and presentations

• Maintain NAAF website updates and provide technical support

• Visualize and analyze data and research findings for reports and graphics on behalf of the organization

• Write, edit, and produce content for NAAF newsletters, educational materials, reports, and presentations.

• Assist with multimedia projects like videos, podcasts, webinars, and graphic design

• Collaborate with NAAF’s program and compliance team to gather data that support NAAF’s storytelling campaigns, case studies, reports, presentations, and educational materials

• Support project coordination, assist with external communications, including but not limited to vendors and media consultants

• Manage the communications team assets (photos, videos, design elements, media permissions)

• Support efforts to track deadlines and deliverables for communications team

• Undertake all other duties and special projects as assigned, including but not limited to grant maintenance and compliance duties.

Degree in agriculture, communications, and or equivalent experience in agricultural work with Native farmers and ranchers preferred. 2-3 years of experience in Communications is preferred.

NAAF offers a competitive salary and an excellent comprehensive benefits package that includes: low cost healthcare options; dental and vision; disability; life insurance; vacation, sick and personal time off; retirement plan options. Fantastic opportunity to join a philanthropic organization doing groundbreaking work in a fast-paced environment.

NAAF is a registered North Dakota private charitable trust with the mission to provide grants that benefit Native farmers, ranchers, and food and agriculture sector activities. The position will be required to interact with remote staff, headquarters staff and the Board of Trustees, who are located throughout the country. NAAF is the largest U.S. philanthropic organization focused exclusively on the needs of Native American farmers and ranchers and as such, is considered a leader in the area of philanthropy and agriculture affecting Native America.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, natural origin, sex, age, genetic information, or physical or mental disability. In addition, NAAF is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to marital status, sexual orientation, gender identification, political affiliation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation or tribal membership.