Business Development Officer – Farm & Food Lending

Location: Concord, NH (Hybrid – In-office Tuesday and Wednesday)

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000

About New Hampshire Community Loan Fund

The New Hampshire Community Loan Fund (NHCLF) is dedicated to creating economic opportunities for systematically excluded individuals and communities. Since 1983, we've been supporting sustainable agriculture, small businesses, and affordable housing to build thriving communities.

The Position

The Business Development Officer (BDO) for the Sustainable Food Systems Program is a key role in our efforts to advance regenerative agriculture throughout New England. The BDO will build relationships with farm and food enterprises and work with them to identify lending opportunities, and they will collaborate with industry and nonprofit leaders across the region to foster a more resilient food system . This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders, and help businesses thrive.

As the BDO, you will:

• Cultivate relationships with farm and food businesses across New England.
• Work closely with prospective borrowers to assess their loan readiness.
• Collaborate with the lending team to structure loan proposals and manage credit risk.
• Track opportunities to leverage capital flows, including grants and investments.
• Represent the Community Loan Fund at regional and national events.
• Build strategic partnerships with agriculture support organizations and other stakeholders.

The Person

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience (farm/food system advisory, lending, business management).
• Strong understanding of the agriculture and food sectors in New England.
• Comfort analizing financial statements.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel throughout New England and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to sit, talk, hear, walk, stand, and use office equipment.
• Must be able to drive for extended periods throughout New England and attend occasional evening and weekend meetings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, OneNote).
• Ability to lift at least five pounds. 

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven team supporting regenerative agriculture.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Work with an organization committed to economic justice and sustainability.

To Apply

If you’re passionate about regenerative agriculture and have the skills to help grow sustainable food systems, we’d love to hear from you! Please send a resume and cover letter to careers@communityloanfund.org with the subject line “Business Development Officer – Farm & Food Lending.”

New Hampshire Community Loan Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to fair lending practices and ethical guidelines.

Contact information

Mary Clark