Food Security Coordinators support local food security initiatives in Gunnison Valley Colorado, with a primary focus on food distribution & access. Including; coordinating food rescue, weekly produce distributions, community gardens, cooking classes & healthy food access strategies that connect fresh, local foods to low-income & underserved households. Members will actively engage with low-income & other underserved audiences to increase access to, and consumption of fresh, nutritious food; support individual & community health & self-sufficiency; help bridge age, cultural & socio-economic gaps. Members also contribute to local food procurement & assist with new projects designed to expand healthy food access in the region. Members receive mentorship from staff experienced in education, marketing, development, local food distribution, food security & more. They attend regional conferences to expand professional networks, gain insight into the broader food and agricultural sectors. Members also develop skills in community outreach & engagement to build partnerships & foster positive community relationships. As part of a multifaceted food systems organization, all members serving at Mountain Roots participate in "cross-pollination" experiences, rotating through various programs to gain broader exposure. Experiences may include regenerative agriculture, education, local food distribution, agritourism, community food security & volunteer engagement. Members also contribute to capacity building by improving organizational systems & develop innovative programs to better address rural community needs.
Member Duties
With mentorship from the Site Supervisor, you will: Coordinate & lead local food distribution initiatives like; weekly produce distributions/food rescue Support local food procurement by collaborating with farms, food pantries & partner organizations Assist in design & implementation of projects that expand access to fresh, healthy, local foods Engage with low-income & underserved households to support access to nutritious food & promote self-sufficiency Build & sustain partnerships with community organizations working to address food insecurity in the Gunnison Valley Support & participate in cooking classes; community gardens; agritourism & community engagement events that highlight local food systems/education Assist in volunteer coordination & community outreach Participate in rotational "cross-pollination" experiences across all Mountain Roots programs, including Farm to School. Transport participants & food in company vehicles (includes 15-passenger vans)
Program Benefits
Education award upon successful completion of service, Housing, Health Coverage, Living Allowance, Stipend, Training.
Terms
Car recommended.
Service Areas
Community and Economic Development, Community Outreach, Environment, Health, Hunger.
Skills
Community Organization, Leadership, Public Health, Environment, Social Services, Team Work, Agriculture/Farming/Gardening.
https://www.mountainrootsfoodproject.org/healthy-futures
