The Center for Regional Food Systems (CRFS) at Michigan State University (MSU) has extended its deadline for applications for a full-time, fixed-term Local Food Council Fellow. Applications are now due Monday, October 18.
We are looking for a relationship-driven, resourceful, and self-motivated candidate to bring creative vision and add capacity to support and shape local food council and food policy work in Michigan. Through this position, the Fellow will have opportunities to use and develop new skills in community organizing, policy advocacy, fund development and food justice.
CRFS’s local food council work is highly collaborative. The Fellow will support outreach, training and technical assistance, and relationship-building in local food council and food policy projects of CRFS, using a racial equity lens in all efforts. This person will assist in coordinating and executing activities of the Michigan Local Food Council Network, a network of 25+ Michigan councils that build their individual and collective capacities to work on food and food policy issues, operate effectively, and engage their communities, through peer-to-peer learning. They
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in community food systems, food policy, public health, nutrition, community development, or a related field and at least two years of work experience in a professional or academic setting.
Questions about the position or search process should be directed to Liz Gensler, Outreach Specialist, MSU Center for Regional Food Systems, at gensler@msu.edu.
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