USA Pulses · 16 hours ago
Project Manager for Research & Coalition Development
Moscow, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expUSA Pulses is an organization focused on increasing the consumption and production of U.S. pulse crops. The Project Manager for Research & Coalition Development will provide operational and project management support to ensure timely execution of research programs and coalition engagement activities while maintaining compliance with organizational standards.
AgricultureFarmingNon Profit
Responsibilities
Assist VPRCD in planning, implementing, and tracking research and coalition development projects
Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and reporting for research programs (e.g., Pulse Crop Health Initiative, Pulse Quality Network)
Support coalition-building efforts, including membership engagement events and activities, and working with the Membership Director (MD) in managing the membership database
Assist VPRCD and MD in maintaining and updating the assessment database each month for the USA Pulses Coalition
As needed, provide support to the Communications Director with member/stakeholder communications and related tasks
As needed, assist with updating research database/website; ensure accurate cataloging of projects and outcomes, and providing support in promoting research projects and priorities
Assist with grant application preparation, compliance documentation, and reporting
Support variety release/licensing processes and crop protection initiatives as directed
Provide logistical and administrative support for board and committee meetings, including agenda preparation, materials distribution, and minutes
Assist in planning and executing member events, webinars, and coalition engagement activities
Support developing presentations and visual materials for board/committee meetings and stakeholder engagement
Track project budgets and expenses; ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance with USDA and organizational standards
Support the Vice President of Research & Coalition Development in preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Education: BS/BA in agriculture, plant science, food science, public administration, or related field
Experience: 3–5 years in project management and research administration
Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and database systems
Ability and willingness to travel as needed
Preferred
Familiarity with agricultural research programs, crop improvement, and coalition development
Experience with grant writing, compliance, and budget tracking
Knowledge of pulse crops and the food manufacturing supply chain
Experience with planning, organizing, and promoting membership and trade events
Proficiency in leveraging AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT) for workflow efficiency and data analysis
Company
USA Pulses
USA Pulses is an innovative group of organizations bringing people together to deliver the highest quality, nutrient-dense, regenerative, and affordable foods on the planet.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase