Gleaning Coordinator

The Society of St. Andrew (SoSA) is seeking a part-time Gleaning Coordinator near Rocky Mount, NC. Society of St. Andrew is a non-profit hunger relief organization that works with farmers to rescue fresh fruits and vegetables and distribute them to local feeding agencies. The Northeastern NC Area Gleaning Coordinator will further the mission of SoSA in a 5-county region based around Rocky Mount. This position is supported through the NC Regional office and assumes responsibilities for various aspects of SoSA’s ministry in the local area to include:
• Maintaining relationships with current donor farmers, volunteer groups, and receiving agencies
• Recruiting farmers to allow gleaning of their produce
• Speaking to local groups and churches about the Gleaning Network and SoSA as needed
• Maintaining detailed records and reporting to the regional office on a regular basis
The Gleaning Coordinator should be a highly motivated individual with excellent organizational and communication skills. Travel throughout the Local Gleaning Network area should also be expected – employee will be reimbursed for mileage. This is a year-round position, averaging 15 hours a week (less time is needed in the winter months, but more is needed during the harvest season) and the salary is $600/month. Ideal candidate would live near Rocky Mount but candidates living in Edgecombe, Halifax, Martin, Nash, and Wilson counties will be considered. To apply, please submit a cover letter and a resume to Michael Binger, Regional Director – Carolinas, via email at ncglean@endhunger.org. A full job description and explanation of benefits can be found at http://endhunger.org/employment/.