Program Coordinator - Refugee Agricultural Partnership Program

U.S. COMM FOR REFUGE•Erie, PA

About The Position

The Refugee Agricultural Partnership Program (RAPP) is a community agricultural and agribusiness education program designed to improve the livelihoods and economic self-sufficiency of refugee families by benefiting from supplemental income, improved access to healthy foods and better nutrition, and enhanced integration into communities by refugee families. This position will be responsible for program development, implementation, and successful operations of the RAPP program under supervision of the Field Office Director. This position is funded through September 30, 2026. Continuation of employment is contingent on the availability of ongoing funding.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from and accredited institution, preferable in business, agribusiness, agriculture, or sustainability, Human Services, Social Work or related discipline;
Background or knowledge in agricultural production, community gardening, agribusiness, farming, farmers' markets, and community engagement.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate well, building relationships and partnership with USCRI clients, employment partners, state and federal program staff, headquarters and field office staff;
Proficient in the use of MS Word, MS Excel and database programs, as needed;
Ability to get along with others and thrive in a dynamic fast- paced team environment;
Demonstrated commitment to the mission of USCRI, and interest in contributing to the long-term success of a local nonprofit organization;
Must have a clean valid driver’s license and insurance, and a reliable motor vehicle; and
Demonstrated support of USCRI’s values by exhibiting respect for others, maintenance of confidential information and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.

Responsibilities

Trains USCRI Erie staff, and other potential partners on the RAPP program to screen refugees for eligibility and market the program.
Assists in the development of data collection instruments and marketing and recruitment materials. Conducts ongoing outreach to various cultural community leaders and organizations that can assist in publicizing the RAPP program and recruiting potential participants.
Conducts intake with each potentially eligible participant, determines eligibility for the program and completes participant application detailing relevant experience and expectations of the program.
Assists in the development of and ongoing modification to the farmers' training and gardeners' training curriculum. Delivers, and/or refers and coordinates farmers' training and gardeners' training.
Monitors participant RAPP progress- tracks, organizes, and evaluates participants progress and outcomes, completes follow-up contacts with clients as needed, terminates participants from the program, and modifies RAPP participant agreements
Coordinates with RAPP partners, including local farmer’s markets, the Erie Country Food Policy Advisory Council, and others.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements to guarantee that all such requirements are met by the RAPP program.
Maintains organized client files and enters information into the database.
Prepares and submits program reports to funders in a timely matter including documenting success stories.
Participates in relevant training opportunities and coordinate continued program development efforts.
Participates in developing long-term planning and policies for the program.
Keeps supervisors informed of trends, issues, and developments in providing services.
Ensures that program services are provided in accordance with quality assurance standards of the agency, state, accrediting organizations, and HIPAA.
Perform other duties as assigned.