New Vrindaban Brijabasi Spirit

Opportunity:

ECO-Vrindaban is a non-profit organization serving in the New Vrindaban community, located near Wheeling, West Virginia, USA.

ECO-V promotes simple living, cow protection, engaging oxen, local agriculture, and above all, loving Krishna, as envisioned by Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON New Vrindaban.

We seek an individual with a strong knowledge of gardening, a passion for community and environment, who can handle both the challenges of managing community gardens and maintaining positive relationships with New Vrindaban residents, pilgrims and guests.

Duties:

• Oversee vegetable and flower garden facilities and staff

• Handle department related logistics and budgets

• Serve as an educational resource for local gardeners

• Coordinate garden volunteer activities

• Act as an organizational liaison and representative

All potential candidates must be:

• Excited to develop Srila Prabhupada’s vision for self-sufficient farm communities

• Passionate about environmental and food production issues

• Physically able to handle work in the gardens such as digging, lifting, bending, etc.

• Willing to live in New Vrindaban, WV

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven track record and expertise in gardening

• Management or leadership experience, preferably with a non-profit

• A regular practice of individual chanting and participation in temple programs

Compensation: This will be a full-time, salaried position subject to a multi-year contract.

Please send cover letter, resume and any other inquiries to Ranaka dasa: dfintel@msn.com