The Sustainable Food Systems Program is looking for a Business Development Officer (BDO) who will be responsible for implementing the program’s mission to support regenerative agricultural supply chains throughout New England. The BDO is responsible for building relationships within the regional agriculture community, including with other lenders and agriculture support organizations, to inform how the Community Loan Fund can effectively finance and foster regenerative agricultural businesses. The BDO will also identify prospective borrowers — such as producers, processors, and retailers — and work closely with the Community Loan Fund’s business lending team to shepherd prospective borrowers through the loan application process, analyze and present loan proposals for organizational approval, and manage borrower relationships. The ideal candidate will have existing relationships within the agriculture sector in New England, an understanding of the systems context in which it operates, and strong interpersonal and communications skills to help shape regional lending. While prior lending experience is preferred, it is not required; however, the candidate will be expected to develop proficiency in underwriting and credit analysis in this role.

Are you experienced in federal grants management and passionate about changing our country’s food system to support sustainability, opportunity, and equity?

The Loan Support Specialist will support the credit administration and small business teams for performing routine servicing functions, including but not limited to facilitating loan closing process to include preparation of closing documents, responding to borrower requests, processing payments, preparing reports, electronic file maintenance, tracking insurance, general data entry, and responding to internal staff inquiries. 

The Accounting Clerk supports the day-to-day finance team operations by processing data entry, maintaining accurate records, assisting with accounts payable processing, supplying basic transaction support, and providing excellent internal customer service. 

The Finance Associate is primarily responsible for processing all incoming funds- including donations, grants, borrower payments, and other revenue streams- while ensuring compliance with GAAP and organizational revenue recognition policies. Coordinates with program teams to ensure timely, accurate, and well documented revenue activity.