Program Manager - Center for Food & Resilience

Bard College - New York, NY

Full-time

New York, NY

251-500 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Program Manager for the Center for Food and Resilience (CFAR) at Bard College at Simon's Rock plays a crucial role in supporting the mission of the Center, which focuses on sustainability, community engagement, and educational initiatives related to food systems. This position involves a variety of responsibilities aimed at enhancing the visibility and impact of CFAR both on campus and in the surrounding community. The Program Manager will work closely with the Director of CFAR to develop and implement programs that promote sustainable practices, foster student involvement, and strengthen community partnerships. In addition to overseeing the campus farm and related educational initiatives, the Program Manager will be responsible for planning and coordinating events that engage students, faculty, and community members. This includes organizing popular events such as Farm Fridays, workshops, and the annual ThinkFOOD conference. The role also requires effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders, including the Marketing/Communication department to promote CFAR activities through social media and other channels. The Program Manager will supervise student workers, manage internships, and ensure compliance with institutional policies. They will also be tasked with identifying funding opportunities, preparing grant applications, and maintaining relationships with community partners to enhance CFAR's outreach and impact. This position is integral to fostering a culture of sustainability and resilience at Simon's Rock, making it an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food systems and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Promote CFAR on campus to generate new student programs and connect more students, faculty, and staff.
• Promote CFAR events and activities beyond campus in collaboration with the Marketing/Communication department and on CFAR social media channels.
• Network with community partners to manage current partnerships and create new events.
• Assist with event planning and management/hosting of on-campus CFAR events: Farm Fridays, campfires, workshops.
• Assist with planning and hosting the annual ThinkFOOD conference.
• Identify, organize, and submit grant applications for external funding.
• Supervise student employees and create/manage student internships.
• Participate in weekly meetings and represent CFAR on campus committees.
• Coordinate with Campus Dining Services for produce delivery from the farm and compost collection, as well as dining support for events.
• Set up and run CFAR Farm Stand (June-October) on campus, including Square and cash sales, with student assistance; coordinate sales of value-added products (honey and maple syrup) year-round.
• Prepare year-end reports (Annual Impact Report).
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all BCSR policies and procedures.
• Create and submit purchase orders and work with CFAR staff to order supplies.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and creativity.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with a wide range of ages and backgrounds.
• Prior experience with event management and grant-writing is helpful.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in working with students, staff, faculty, and the local community.

Benefits

• Full-time position with benefits.
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check.