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Sankofa Community Development Corporation advances sustainable, health-centered development in the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans. Through environmental restoration, food justice initiatives, green infrastructure, and community-based programming, we cultivate land, leadership, and long-term resilience.
We are seeking mission-driven professionals who are committed to equity, sustainability, and measurable community impact.
Program Associate (Full-Time)
The Program Associate provides administrative, logistical, and operational support across Sankofa CDC’s programs. This role supports event coordination, volunteer engagement, data tracking, and day-to-day implementation to ensure initiatives are delivered efficiently and aligned with organizational priorities.
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Email your resume and cover letter to:
apply@sankofanola.org
Subject Line: Program Associate Application
Education Programs Manager (Full-Time)
The Education Programs Manager leads Sankofa CDC’s community-based education initiatives, overseeing school partnerships, field trips, volunteer engagement, educational events, and place-based learning experiences across the Wetland Park, Community Gardens, and Fresh Start Market. This role combines program management, community engagement, and environmental education to connect participants of all ages with Sankofa’s mission.
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Email your resume and cover letter to:
apply@sankofanola.org
Subject Line: Education Programs Manager Application
Horticulturist (Full-Time)
The Horticulturist oversees plant cultivation, soil health, and garden management across Sankofa CDC’s green spaces. This role supports food production, environmental stewardship, and educational programming while maintaining high standards of sustainability and productivity.
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Email your resume and cover letter to:
apply@sankofanola.org
Subject Line: Horticulturist Application
Marketing Coordinator (Full-Time)
The Marketing Coordinator supports the implementation of Sankofa CDC’s marketing efforts, assisting with campaign execution, content creation, digital marketing, and community engagement. This role focuses on supporting day-to-day marketing activities and helping strengthen brand awareness and program visibility across the organization.
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Email your resume and cover letter to:
apply@sankofanola.org
Subject Line: Marketing Coordinator Application
Lead Farm Steward (Full-Time)
Sankofa CDC is seeking a Lead Farm Steward to help care for our growing spaces in New Orleans’ Lower Ninth Ward. This hands-on role includes growing purple hull peas, okra, mirlitons, and other seasonal crops while supporting food access, environmental stewardship, and community education. If you believe caring for the land is also a way of caring for your community, we’d love to hear from you.
To learn more about the connection between land, legacy, and stewardship, we encourage you to read this story about the Charleston family, who have cared for their Alabama farm for four generations:
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Email your resume and cover letter to:
apply@sankofanola.org
Subject Line: Lead Farm Steward
Community Programs Educator (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Sankofa CDC is seeking a Community Programs Educator to help expand community engagement throughout New Orleans’ Lower Ninth Ward and surrounding communities. This position will build partnerships, support community and youth programs, recruit participants and volunteers, and serve as an ambassador for our mission.
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Email your resume and cover letter to:
apply@sankofanola.org
Subject Line: Community Programs Educator Application
Store Associate (Part-Time)
The Store Associate supports the daily operations of Sankofa CDC’s Fresh Start Market by providing excellent customer service, stocking and organizing products, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, and assisting customers with purchases and food access programs. This role helps create a positive shopping experience while supporting Sankofa’s mission to improve community health and access to fresh, affordable food.
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Email your resume and cover letter to:
apply@sankofanola.org
Subject Line: Store Associate Application
Digital Marketing Analyst
Sankofa CDC is looking for a Digital Marketing Analyst with experience analyzing website, social media, email, and campaign performance; tracking key performance indicators (KPIs); identifying audience and engagement trends; and developing reports that help organizations understand what’s working and where improvements can be made.
We’re looking for someone who can evaluate digital performance, identify trends and opportunities, and provide data-informed recommendations that support stronger marketing decisions.
Interested? Send your resume and a brief statement of interest to apply@sankofanola.org.