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 enhancing regional food supply chains through partnership development and sourcing coordination

Job Summary

  • The Local Foods Program Associate will support the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program by enhancing regional food supply chains through partnership development and sourcing coordination.
  • 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 involves 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 enhancing regional food supply chains through partnership development and sourcing coordination.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Local food supply chain coordination
  • Program development and coordination
  • Outreach and education strategies
  • Data collection and reporting
  • Travel within and outside Arkansas
  • Collaboration with extension agents

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in produce safety
  • Knowledge of specialty crop production
  • Marketing and buyer engagement
  • On-farm or food hub operations
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

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
  • Legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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