Request for Proposal (RFP): Marketing Consultant for Delta Fresh Foods Initiative

Organization: Delta Fresh Foods Initiative

Salary: unlisted

Location: Remote

Application Deadline: April 1, 2025

Description:

Delta Fresh Foods Initiative (Delta Fresh) is seeking a qualified marketing consultant or agency to develop and execute a comprehensive marketing plan to promote our mission, programs, and impact in the Mississippi Delta. This remote position requires expertise in strategic marketing, branding, and community engagement.

2. About Delta Fresh Foods Initiative

Founded in 2009, Delta Fresh is a nonprofit organization committed to building sustainable, equitable, community-driven food systems. Our work strengthens the local food economy and promotes healthy lifestyles in the Mississippi Delta. We currently collaborate with school districts, community partners, and funders to provide nutrition education, gardening experiences, and advocacy for local food initiatives.

3. Scope of Work

The selected consultant will be responsible for:

• Developing a strategic marketing plan that aligns with Delta Fresh’s mission and goals.

• Enhancing brand awareness and community engagement through digital and traditional media.

• Creating compelling content for social media, newsletters, and press releases.

• Providing recommendations for website updates to improve visibility and outreach.

• Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure marketing success.

• Collaborating with Delta Fresh staff and partners to ensure consistency in messaging.

4. Qualifications

• Proven experience in marketing strategy development and execution.

• Knowledge of nonprofit marketing and food justice initiatives (preferred).

• Strong digital marketing and social media expertise.

• Excellent writing and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

5. Proposal Submission Requirements

Interested applicants should submit a proposal including:

• A cover letter detailing experience and approach.

• Portfolio or examples of past work.

• Proposed timeline and budget.

• References from previous clients.

6. Deadline & Contact Information

Proposals should be submitted by April 1  to info4deltafreshfoods@gmail.com