What are the responsibilities and job description for the VISTA Programs Associate position at Feeding Louisiana?
VISTA Programs Associate
The VISTA Programs Associate will research and follow current Commodity Supplemental Food Service Program (CSFP) policies and program rules; develop data collection methods and help develop and expand Louisiana’s senior box distribution model.
Responsibilities: The VISTA Programs Associate will work closely with their Feeding Louisiana CSFP team to develop new relationships and innovative approaches to CSFP distribution and build capacity on the existing CSFP programs and distribution points in Louisiana. nutrition programs and cultivate new relationships with potential partner sites.
· Attending all the required VISTA meetings and paperwork
· Weekly data reporting to Feeding Louisiana
- Daily visits to potential partner sites and meetings with community members
- Collect and analyze data on senior food insecurity to inform the Feeding Louisiana community and leaders
- Create a repository of information on initiatives and a series of informational materials on Feeding Louisiana work.
· Write research and summary briefs and other communications materials that explain and advocate for Feeding Louisiana’s policy priorities.
- Translate policies into advocacy and policy curriculum.
- Create tools to gather feedback on efficacy of policy materials and communication to various stakeholders and audiences.
Operations and Systems
- Assisting with building, developing, and expanding all five Louisiana Food Bank’s CSFP senior programs.
- Assisting with the management of food bank’s CSFP tracking and evaluation systems.
Program Benefits: Choice of Education Award ($6,895) or End of Service Stipend
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $22,000.00 - $22,882.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Baton Rouge, LA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person/Hybrid
Program Benefits: Choice of Education Award ($6,895) or End of Service Stipend, Living Allowance, Childcare assistance if eligible, Health Coverage*, Relocation Allowance, Training .*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22,000.00 - $22,882.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Baton Rouge, LA 70809: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Salary : $22,000 - $22,882