Description

THE ORGANIZATION: The Food Literacy Project’s mission is youth transforming their communities through food, farming and the land. Working toward a vision for a healthy and equitable community where people and places thrive since 2006, FLP engages youth, their families, schools and neighbors in hands-on learning and leadership development experiences with farming and fresh foods at outdoor classrooms. The Food Literacy Project’s values include: 

ENERGY: We are bold and inspired by our community. 

ROOTS: We are grounded and purposeful, connected with people and dedicated to sustainably 

addressing community needs. 

DISCOVERY: We embrace the joy of learning by doing. 

CULTIVATION: We bring great care to our work and relationships; we nourish growth in our community, and in turn are nourished ourselves. 

ABUNDANCE: We leverage our community’s diverse assets to achieve personal and social change. 

JUSTICE: We pursue fairness and equity. 

To learn more about our commitment to equity, click here: https://foodliteracyproject.org/about/mission-vision/ 

The Opportunity 

The Food Literacy Project is seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and relationship-driven
Advancement Manager who is passionate about amplifying youth voices, strengthening
community connections, and advancing equitable food systems. With guidance from the
Executive Director, the Advancement Manager will lead the organization’s communications,
engagement, and fundraising efforts, elevating visibility to support long-term sustainability and
growth. This role operates from an abundance mindset, using storytelling, digital engagement,
and data-informed strategies to deepen impact and inspire investment in the mission. Working
collaboratively across programs, events, and development operations, the Advancement
Manager will oversee communications and marketing initiatives, manage donor relations and
fundraising systems, coordinate impactful events, and support team development—ensuring
alignment between organizational advancement goals and the transformative youth
programming at the heart of the Food Literacy Project.

Job Responsibilities 

Communications & Marketing

• Oversees development of monthly e-newsletters, communications content and printed materials (ie. Flyers, signage, donor brochures), and organizational messaging calendar to promote programming and mission.
• Oversees management of the social media calendar and collaborates on digital storytelling with youth
• Leads creative strategy and implementation of targeted fundraising campaigns (e.g., Giving Tuesday, Give for Good Louisville)
• Ensures gathering of stories, photos, and testimonials from participants, staff, board,volunteers, and donors to support engagement and fundraising efforts

Donor Relations & Development Operations

• Manages donor database including gift entry, donor record maintenance, and reporting
• Ensures appropriate donor acknowledgment, including timely thank-you letters and recognition materials
• Ensures donor communications are consistent, personalized, and aligned with organizational voice and strategy
• Assists with grant writing, research, and reporting as needed
• Assists with donor stewardship as needed

Events & Community Engagement

• Leads all aspects of event coordination and logistics for fundraising events (including concept design, vendor/catering coordination, committee leadership, and onsite implementation)
• Provide structure, support, and accountability to Community Engagement Coordinator, ensuring alignment of volunteer program with strategic goals
• Program Support & Team Development
• Provides occasional support for hands-on youth and educational programs at the farm or partner sites
• Supervises Community Engagement Coordinator and student interns, with potential for expanded supervisory responsibilities as the team grows
• Collaborates across the team to ensure advancement goals align with programmatic needs and impact
• Complete other job duties as assigned, including administrative tasks associated with managing a small nonprofit.

Requirements

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience
• 2-4 years of experience in nonprofit communications/development field with demonstrated increasing responsibility and leadership skills, including staff supervision
• Experienced using applicable software (i.e. Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign & Photoshop, Canva, proper photo storage/organization, Word Press, social media platforms, Bloomerang or similar software)
• Shares a commitment to the Food Literacy Project’s mission and vision; embodies our core values: energy, roots, discovery, cultivation, abundance and justice
• Self-directed and organized, with excellent communication (verbal and written) and active listening skills.
• Flexible and adaptable; possesses a solution-oriented approach.
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to produce high-quality work against a deadline
• Management of multiple projects on an ongoing basis
• Able to work independently
• Valid driver’s license is required
• Reliable source of transportation
• Able to pass criminal background check
• Able to work some evenings and weekends
• Ability to perform rigorous and demanding outdoor physical farm labor including: digging, bending, lifting (less than 50 lbs.), squatting and kneeling

Desired but not required 

• Video shooting and editing experience
• Experience in youth development, farming, sustainable agriculture, community food security, cooking, and/or nutrition
• Fluency in more than one language and/or cross/cultural life experiences
• Prior experience coordinating volunteers

Compensation, Benefits and Terms 

The Food Literacy Project will offer an annual salary of $54,000 plus access to benefits
including IRA match, health insurance, and generous PTO. The Advancement Manager will
work 40 hours a week, with some evenings and weekends required. This is a regular (year-
round) position with a hybrid work model (majority in-person, some virtual).

Equal Opportunity Employer 

The Food Literacy Project emphasizes diversity in both our programs and staff, and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual
orientation or status as a veteran in accordance with applicable federal laws.

FLP values an equitable and inclusive workplace. Research shows that often women and
people from underrepresented groups only apply to jobs for which they meet 100% of the
qualifications. FLP is interested in attracting a diverse pool of candidates who bring unique
experiences to youth development and community-based work. You need not check every box.
If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.

To Apply

Applications will be accepted through Thursday, June 25th , 2026, and can be emailed to Alix
Davidson (she/her), Executive Director, at [email protected]. Please include a
cover letter describing what interests you about this position and what unique contributions you
would bring to the role, your resume, and five references (3 professional and 2 personal).