04/04/2024
This is the right job for an organized individual whose is also big hearted and compassionate.
The Cunningham Township Supervisor's Office (CTSO) is seeking a full time Food Equity & Events Coordinator to help build community resilience and end hunger in Urbana.
CTSO is a public office providing housing, food, income, and other assistance to low-income residents in Urbana. Our diverse team is dedicated to supporting our neighbors in meeting their needs. Our work is guided by the principles of social justice, cooperation, and love.
Our Food Equity Coordinator will support the Solidarity Gardens collaboration, field food assistance requests, manage township events, and support the Supervisor. Solidarity Gardens networks gardens, free food providers, and volunteers to feed our neighbors in need (www.solidarity-gardens-cu.org). Township hosts monthly events to bring all residents together to enjoy free food, live music, access to resources, and community.
Successful candidates will have a commitment to food equity, at least one year experience coordinating projects and events, ability to work with people of all economic/racial/gender identities, technical chops (basic website, listserv, and document management), a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 30 pounds, and ability to work some weekends and evenings. Gardening experience preferred. Spanish or French language proficiency is a plus.
Benefits of the job include competitive pay, 15 paid holidays, 26 days off, retirement program, 100% health coverage, professional development, employee wellness fund, flexibility in schedule, working with a great team, community engagement, and some time in the beautiful outdoors.
TO APPLY APPLICANTS MUST:
1) Submit a cover letter and resume through Indeed HERE: https://www.indeed.com/job/food-equity-events-coordinator-ee1d5badbf19d687
2) Fill out this employment questionnaire: https://forms.gle/6mQh7MGc7sSBpa2s7
** Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Cunningham Township is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Individuals with lived experience receiving public assistance are encouraged to apply. Questions? Feel free to ask them through Indeed or reach out to me at danielle@ctso.org. No phone calls please.
