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United States, Other, Kansas 48000.00 - 58000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted April 16, 2026
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Job Description
This position furthers the Community Food Systems team’s mission of supporting local food systems through partnerships, resources, and educational events by developing outreach materials, informational resources/events, and stakeholder relationships.
Job Responsibility
Lead outreach and promotion for the CFS team
Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy
Manage newsletters, social media, websites, mailings, photos and videos
Generate referrals by representing the CFS team at events across Kansas
Track and report outreach and program impact
Develop informational resources
Research, write, design, and publish resources (i.e., fact sheets, case studies, and other written publications)
Review and update existing resources
Coordinate and manage events
Provide support for event planning, logistics coordination, and day-of duties for in‑person and virtual events
Manage partner and stakeholder relationships
Build relationships with rural grocers, distributors, city and county commissioners, economic developers, extension personnel, academics, funders, and other food access practitioners and stakeholders
Communicate with a variety of audiences effectively and appropriately
Represent K-State Extension and the CFS team to the public
Requirements
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Five years of relevant experience (e.g., food systems, outreach, marketing and communications, program implementation)
Valid driver’s license
Nice to have
Experience in writing, graphic design and/or public relations
Education or experience related to agricultural communications, including marketing for farm and food businesses
Project experience with food systems (local growers, farmers markets, rural grocery stores, food hubs or other relevant food system contexts)
Experience with Adobe Suite, photography and/or videography experience and other related tools
Evidence of success in project management
Prior experience reporting program or economic impact
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Collaboration skills, as evidenced by building and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, partners, and groups, both in-person and remotely
Self-motivation and the ability to work with minimal supervision while balancing multiple projects
Adaptability and commitment to continuous improvement through evolving circumstances and objectives
Interest in or understanding of agriculture, rural communities, and farmer-led initiatives
What we offer
Reimbursement for travel and subsistence related to achieving program objectives