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 position offers a vibrant work environment and promotes a healthy work-life balance within the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.
  • The role 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 within Arkansas
  • collaboration with multiple stakeholders

Nice-to-have

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

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
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management tools
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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