Local Food Switchboard Central Operator & Convergence Lead

Third Sector New England; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Third Sector New England seeks a Local Food Switchboard Central Operator & Convergence Event Coordinator to advance Maine’s local food system. You will steward the Switchboard platform, support statewide coordination, and lead Convergence planning with an emphasis on accessibility and diverse participation.

The role involves cross-sector collaboration, budget oversight, and developing partnerships, reporting to the Coordinating Director and collaborating with MFCP staff.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, relationships, and budgets.
• Ability to translate between producers, institutions, sponsors, and presenters.
• Strong relationship-building across diverse sectors and communities.
• Experience in event planning, logistics coordination, or program management.
• Commitment to accessibility, including language access and inclusive engagement.
• Experience with data tracking, directories, marketplace tools, or CRM systems.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Zoom, Airtable, Slack.

Responsibilities

• Lead event planning, logistics, and sponsorship outreach for a statewide Convergence held every two years.
• Develop the event format and sessions.
• Coordinate presenters, speakers, facilitators, and sponsors, ensuring inclusivity.
• Support Communications Manager with outreach and promotional materials.
• Manage the event budget.
• Support coordination for additional MFCP convenings.
• Leverage the event to generate financial support and partnerships.

Skills

Coordination

Relationship-building

Event planning

Budget management

Accessibility

Data tracking

CRM understanding

Communication

Tools

Google Workspace

Zoom

Airtable

Slack

CRM systems

Job description

Third Sector New England seeks a Local Food Switchboard Central Operator & Convergence Event Coordinator to advance Maine’s local food system. You will steward the Switchboard platform, support statewide coordination, and lead Convergence planning with an emphasis on accessibility and diverse participation.

The role involves cross-sector collaboration, budget oversight, and developing partnerships, reporting to the Coordinating Director and collaborating with MFCP staff.