Local Foods Coordinator

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Onsite
Local food supply chain coordination
Program development and coordination
Outreach and education strategies
The Local Foods Program Associate will support the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program by strengthening connections among local food producers, aggregators, distributors, and buyers to enhance the regional food supply chain

Job Summary

  • The Local Foods Program Associate will support the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program by strengthening connections among local food producers, aggregators, distributors, and buyers to enhance the regional food supply chain.
  • The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
  • This position requires approximately 20% travel to farms, aggregation facilities, meetings, and conferences within and outside Arkansas.

Matching Summary

The Local Foods Program Associate will support the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program by strengthening connections among local food producers, aggregators, distributors, and buyers to enhance the regional food supply chain.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • local food supply chain coordination
  • program development and coordination
  • outreach and education strategies
  • data collection and reporting
  • travel to farms and meetings
  • collaboration with extension agents

Nice-to-have

  • experience in produce safety
  • knowledge of specialty crop production
  • marketing and buyer engagement
  • public presentations and curriculum development
  • on-farm or food hub operations experience
  • strong organizational skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years related experience or related Master’s degree
  • Experience in local food systems or supply chain coordination
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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