Are you a self-motivated, passionate, and team-oriented individual dedicated to leading work that will cultivate a more robust, sustainable, and equitable food system? If so, the Montgomery County (MD) Food Council would like to hear from you! To express your interest in formally connecting with our work, please submit a resume and statement of interest that describes your skills and strengths, experiences relevant to our mission, and details of the professional opportunity you’re looking for (potential start date, desired end date (if relevant), part/full-time, issue interest area, paid/volunteer, etc.) to jobs@mocofoodcouncil.org.
The Food Council’s small team (currently of 8 people) collaborates closely with 25 volunteer Council Members and 200+ active working group partners and community members. The MCFC strives to cultivate a collaborative, supportive, and transparent work environment where all employees have opportunities to develop and apply new skills, independently shape and implement initiatives, and build partnerships with broad and diverse community stakeholder groups. We invite all interested professionals who share our commitment to an equitable, sustainable, and resilient food system in Montgomery County to submit an application to join our team. As seasonal and permanent openings on our staff, Council, and Board become available, we will reach out to candidates with additional information on specific opportunities.
POSITIONS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE:
Please contact jobs@mocofoodcouncil.org with any questions!
Oct 22
The City of Takoma Park is pleased to announce a Request for Proposals (RFP) for services to reduce food insecurity for disadvantaged or underserved populations of individuals and families residing in the City of Takoma Park.
Oct 24
The American Muslim Senior Society is holding a series of Town Hall Discussions to examine and address the impact of COVID-19.
Oct 25
Every other Monday, 1:00 to 2:00pm. Please register in advance.
Oct 26
4th Tuesday of each month, 9:30-11am via Zoom.
Oct 26
Measuring food insecurity is critical for developing food assistance programs; evaluating nutrition, health, and development initiatives; and informing food policy across sectors.
Oct 26th, Nov 23rd
The Food Education Working Group (FEdWG) would like to cordially invite you to our Gardening Grant showcase that we will be taking place over the course of four (4) FEdWG meetings in 2021.
Oct 26
Enjoy local beers from Silver Branch and sample products from Montgomery county businesses while mingling with local Community members!
Oct 28
This two-part series aims to equip nonprofit and community partners with actionable strategies to engage elected officials on key food policy issues at the municipal, county, and state levels.
Nov 1, 4, 10, 19
The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) invites the community to attend a four-part virtual listening series on the Fairland and Briggs Chaney Master Plan.
Nov 2
The first Tuesday of the month from 9:30AM-11AM via Zoom.
Nov 3
Webinar hosted by No Kid Hungry and
Nov 3-4
The Alliance to End Hunger presents the 2021 Hunger Free Communities Virtual Summit!
Nov 4
Join us for a virtual training: Fresh Produce 101
Thursday, November 4th from 11:00am - 12:00pm.
Nov 17
Third Wednesday of each month, 9-10:30am via Zoom.
Nov 17-18
The Agriculture Law Education Initiative’s (ALEI) annual Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference.