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Kinship Community Food Center (A Community of Generosity) · 8 hours ago

Urban Farm Associate

Kinship Community Food Center is seeking an Urban Farm Associate to support the day-to-day operations of their urban farm. The role involves hands-on farming activities, infrastructure maintenance, and volunteer coordination, contributing to community resilience and food systems.

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Responsibilities

Assist in daily operations of the Urban Farm, the native prairie, composting, raised garden beds, and land care
Assist in development and maintenance of farm facilities and infrastructure such as hoop houses, irrigation systems, and farming tools and equipment
Assist in and help manage crop seeding and transplanting various crops throughout the growing season
Update harvest log, pest management log, planting SOP, and irrigation log
Lead volunteer groups of between five to thirty people alongside other Kinship staff, interns, and volunteers
Assist with loading and unloading harvested produce into the Kinship transport vehicle on site and unload at the Food Center
Check in volunteers via Salesforce software at the beginning of the farm volunteer sessions and help facilitate the opening and closing volunteer huddle
Assist with weekly food distribution on an as needed basis and help promote the farm at the Food Center
Contribute to the planning and execution of Kinship programming and events

Qualification

Urban AgricultureCrop Pest ControlCrop Management SoftwareCompostingVolunteer FacilitationSystems ThinkingLight ConstructionMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Tuesday – Saturday work week
Receptiveness to overall servant leader model and mission of Kinship Community Food Center
Two years of work experience in Agriculture, or related field
Ability to use crop management software
Ability to work in four seasons outdoor environment
Strong volunteer facilitation ability
Highly motivated, self-directed with a positive attitude and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings
Demonstrated organizational, collaborative, interpersonal, and written & verbal communication skills
Ability to interact with diverse groups
Strong attention to detail and ability to set priorities and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Openness to work within a Christian/Catholic faith-based environment based on social justice principles
Valid Driver's license, proof of insurance, and transportation to support work activities

Benefits

Benefits package
Flexible work environment

Company

Kinship Community Food Center (A Community of Generosity)

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At Kinship Community Food Center, feeding hunger is a catalyst for the well-being of our community. Everyone Gives. Everyone Receives.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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