Application Guide
How to Apply for Manager of Administration & Events
at FarmSTAND
🏢 About FarmSTAND
FarmSTAND is a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture and food systems. As a remote-first team, they value autonomy, collaboration, and practical problem-solving, making it an ideal place for someone who thrives on creating order and supporting a passionate team.
About This Role
This role is the operational backbone of FarmSTAND, ensuring smooth day-to-day administration, supporting the Executive Director and Board, and leading all non-programmatic events and retreats. Your work will directly enable the organization to focus on its mission, making you a critical part of the team.
💡 A Day in the Life
Your day might start by checking emails and updating the organizational calendar, then move to preparing a board packet for an upcoming meeting. You might spend the afternoon coordinating logistics for a virtual retreat, followed by a check-in with the Executive Director to prioritize tasks for the week.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who FarmSTAND Is Looking For
- Energized by working independently as a one-person admin and ops team, with a proactive and self-starting attitude.
- Adept at building practical systems and processes that cater to the needs of a remote team and multiple leaders.
- Strong communicator who can build relationships virtually and manage competing priorities with ease.
- Quick learner, comfortable with ambiguity, and able to take ownership of tasks from start to finish.
📝 Tips for Applying to FarmSTAND
Highlight specific examples of how you've managed administrative tasks for multiple leaders or a board in a remote setting.
Showcase your event planning experience, even if not your primary role, with concrete outcomes (e.g., budget, attendance, feedback).
Emphasize your ability to create and improve systems, such as document management, calendar coordination, or virtual meeting logistics.
Tailor your resume to mirror the job description's keywords: 'Board support', 'event logistics', 'remote workplace', 'administrative systems'.
In your cover letter, mention why FarmSTAND's mission resonates with you and how your operational skills can help advance it.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your experience with board coordination and executive support, including preparing materials and taking minutes.', 'Your proficiency in managing multiple projects and deadlines, with examples of successful event execution.', 'Your ability to work autonomously in a remote environment and communicate effectively across a distributed team.', "Your enthusiasm for FarmSTAND's mission and how your administrative skills can contribute to its success."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore FarmSTAND's website and social media to understand their programs, recent events, and mission in detail.
- → Look up their leadership team and any recent news to understand their strategic priorities.
- → Check if they have annual reports or impact statements to get a sense of their work and culture.
- → Review their job posting for any specific tools mentioned (e.g., Asana, Slack, Google Workspace) and be familiar with them.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't be vague about your experience; provide specific examples and metrics.
- Avoid emphasizing administrative tasks that are too junior; focus on strategic and managerial aspects.
- Don't forget to mention your comfort with remote work and your ability to build relationships virtually.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!