Job Title: Food Sourcing Programs Coordinator
Status: Full Time – 40 hours/week, Exempt
Reports To: FS&L Programs Manager

About Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance (the Alliance)
The Alliance is a 501(c)(3) statewide anti-hunger organization formed in 2004 by the food bank network in Arkansas. We collaborate as a statewide voice advancing equitable solutions to hunger. Our vision is to create a hunger-free Arkansas.

POSITION SUMMARY
Support the programs and services offered to Alliance members and partners by the Food Sourcing & Logistics Department, primarily the Arkansas Gardening Project. Position relates to a broad spectrum of individuals and organizations including but not limited to; member food banks, agencies and their staff; state government staff; corporate donors; trucking and transportation companies and Feeding America staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, support and maintain positive relationships with members, volunteers and donors.
• Instruct volunteers in proper and safe methods of harvesting and packaging.
• Assist FS&L Manager with planting, maintenance, and harvest of crops.
• Transport supplies and produce to and from planting/harvest site.
• Active participation in event planning and statewide meetings.
• Support partner organizations in gardening, farming, and ranching activities.

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including oral communications and customer service.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people with a team approach.
• Ability to handle a multi-task work environment and remain focused.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to travel, provide personal transportation, and possess current driver’s license with good driving record.
• You must be able to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Able to lift 75 pounds.
• Experience operating farm equipment is desirable.
• Desire to make a difference in the lives of people in need.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in agriculture or related field OR five years combined experience in food banking, food industry distribution, agriculture, business management, or transportation and logistics.
• A strong willingness to learn.

The Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance offers a compensation package including a beginning salary of $45,000 + benefits. This is a grant-funded position subject to review annually.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send their resume and a cover letter to info@arhungeralliance.org. Please include “Food Sourcing Programs Coordinator” in the subject line.