This position will support the EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems project and educational programs affiliated with the CEFS (specifically internships and apprenticeships). It will report directly to and be housed under the project director of EmPOWER project. This position will be dedicated to supporting the administrative needs of the grant for 50% of the time and administrative needs of the internships and apprenticeships within CEFS the other 50%.

This position will be part of the Administrative Working Group and the Local Foods Working Group and will support the CEFS Business Manager in supporting the business functions of the two teams.. EmPowering Mountain Local Food Systems is a federally funded grant targeted to coal impacted regions of Appalachia. Our goal is to help develop the local food and farming economy through supply chain enhancement, technical training, infrastructure development, agritourism, value-added production, business planning and an apprenticeship program.

Assignments will often be delivered remotely from agents in the field via email and candidate will need to prioritize based on upcoming deadlines. Superior organization and time management skills are necessary. Attention to detail, excellent follow-through, ability to think on your feet, and communicate effectively are vital to success in this position. Candidate must be able to hit the ground running, and be ready to jump into a busy team. Only candidates with an exceptional work ethic will be considered. for more information on CEFS.

Work Schedule:
Approximately 30-40 hours a week. Some nights, early mornings and weekend work will be required during events or busy seasons. Some overnight travel will be required for events. The ofce is based at NC State University in Raleigh, but the project is based in Southwestern NC and occasional travel will be required. This position can be located in the Triangle or Southwestern NC.

With exception to certain event blackout dates, schedule is somewhat exible.

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