Hiring: Market Manager – Petersham Friday Market

Community Involved In Sustaining Agriculture Inc; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 1,500 - 2,500; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused agricultural organization is seeking a Market Manager to oversee the Petersham Friday Market. In this role, you will manage all aspects of the market, collaborating with vendors, local government, and sponsors to create an engaging experience. Desired candidates should have strong communication skills, a love for farmers markets, and event execution experience. This position offers approximately 5 hours per week for the 20-week season with potential additional hours. Please send your resume and cover letter to the Board of Directors.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for farmers markets and related products.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 25-30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the Petersham Friday Market.
• Work directly with vendors and local government.
• Promote the Market on social media platforms.
• Develop evaluations to assess Market strengths and identify improvements.
• Ensure sponsorship deliverables are met.
• Promote the Market via editorial content and social media.
• Design events to attract visitors from the region.
• Develop initiatives to support organizational direction.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Event execution experience

Familiarity with logistics

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to manage multiple projects

Team player mentality

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Reporting Status: Reports directly to the Board of Directors

Compensation and Hours: Approximately 5 hours per week for the 20-week season, June 5-October 16. Limited additional hours managing the current vendors and recruiting new ones in preparation for the season will be added under a separate agreement. Salary based on experience and desired hours worked per week to be negotiated upon hire.

Description: The Market Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of the Petersham Friday Market in conjunction with the Music Coordinator, who will plan the season’s music, book the musicians and negotiate payments. The Market Manager will work directly with vendors, local government, sponsors, communication channels, non-profits and entertainers to provide the best farmer’s market experience for attendees in keeping with organization’s Rules and Code of Conduct

Market and Special Event Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

1. Plan all Market details for the 20-week season including sponsor partnership, Town venue relationships, event logistics and supplies
2. Onsite management of the Markets during the 20-week season
3. Manage all vendors’ applications, communications, scheduling and reporting, including calling the Market for weather with the input of the Board
4. Develop evaluations to assess the strengths of the Market and identify areas of improvement
5. Ensure that sponsorship deliverables are met
6. Promote the Market by preparing editorial content and other promotional materials for social media and other communication platforms
7. Design and produce events that will encourage visitors throughout the region to attend the Market
8. Help develop new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the organization

Desired Skills and Characteristics:

• A genuine love for farmers markets and the products and experiences that they offer
• Strong written, oral, organizational and communication skills
• Experience with event execution and familiarity with basic equipment and logistics
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to lift 25-30 lbs
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Self-directed but able to work collectively as a team player
• Willingness to work in the elements (heat, rain, etc.)
• Able to assertively and respectfully enforce rules as needed
• Knowledge of mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures of the principles and practices of non-profit organizations

To apply for this position, please send your resume with a cover letter to:

Board of Directors, Petersham Friday Market, P.O. Box 124, Petersham, MA 01336

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