Local Foods Coordinator

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
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Strengthen local food supply chains
Coordinate sourcing efforts
Develop outreach and education strategies
** The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Local Foods Coordinator to enhance local food supply chains through partnership development and outreach initiatives. The position requires a background in agriculture or related fields and experience in food systems and supply chain coordination. **

Job Summary

  • The Local Foods Program Associate will support the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program by strengthening connections among local food producers, aggregators, distributors, and buyers to enhance the regional food supply chain.
  • This position will focus on developing partnerships and coordinating sourcing efforts to supply local food into regional food hubs and institutional markets.
  • The Program Associate will work within the Department of Horticulture as part of the Local, Regional, and Safe Foods (LRSF) Team, under the direction of Dr. Amanda Philyaw Perez.

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** The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture is seeking a Local Foods Coordinator to enhance local food supply chains through partnership development and outreach initiatives. The position requires a background in agriculture or related fields and experience in food systems and supply chain coordination. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strengthen local food supply chains
  • Coordinate sourcing efforts
  • Develop outreach and education strategies
  • Track and evaluate program activities

Nice-to-have

  • Foster resilient local food systems
  • Work within a multidisciplinary team
  • Engage diverse audiences

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or Master's degree
  • 3 years of related experience
  • Experience in local food systems
  • Experience in supply chain coordination
  • Experience in produce safety
  • Experience in agricultural business development
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Proficiency in data management tools
  • Proficiency in digital communications platforms

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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