Center for Mediation and Collaboration Rhode Island
The Center for Mediation and Collaboration RI is a non-profit community mediation center located in Warwick, Rhode Island that provides effective conflict management and dispute resolution services along with training and development of individual skills in Conflict Management, Communication and Mediation.
Land and Sea Together RI (L&ST)
Interim Coordinator
Job Description
We are seeking a Part-Time Employee who has a passion for supporting the mental health and wellness of the Farming, Fishing and Forestry (FFF) communities in Rhode Island.
Overview
Land & Sea Together is a program of CMCRI funded through USDA/NIFA FRSAN (Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network) in partnership with RI-DEM Division of Agriculture. Land & Sea Together is building a network of services and opportunities to reduce stress for fisheries, forestry, and farming (FFF) enterprises, workers, and their families in Rhode Island.
Position Summary
We are seeking a part-time, temporary Interim Coordinator for the Land & Sea together Program, who has a passion for supporting the mental health and wellness of the Farming, Fishing and Forestry (FFF) communities in Rhode Island. We are looking for a part-time, temporary staff member from February 24 to May 30, at approximately 15 hours per week. Strong potential to stay on staff after the interim period. Pay range is $23-$25/hr. Can work mostly remotely and hours are flexible.
Reports to: Operations Director or designate
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the coordination, implementation, and supervision of the FRSAN RI network.
-Maintain partnerships with stakeholders including RI DEM and other FFF partners.
-Develop and maintain positive relationships in the FFF community.
-Provide details of progress (including data) for established reporting timetables
-Other duties associated with this project as described by the Executive/Operations Director
-Monitor Land & Sea Together email address
-Host and facilitate several meetings and workshops virtually
-Maintain a presence on social media
-Promote all LAST programs, including Coastline E.A.P.
-Coordinate between network members, maintain relationships
Interim Coordinator Skills and Abilities
-Strong personal and professional judgement
-Ability to respond quickly to a shifting reality and adjust priorities as needed.
-Organizational skills and flexibility
-Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural background.
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-Proficient in Excel, Word, Canva, Google Drive, Microsoft Outlook
-Effective oral and written communication
Experience Requirements
-2-4 years of experience in an office setting
-Experience and/or knowledge of the FFF community is a plus, but not required
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter that explains why you are interested in this position, along with your most current resume/cv to:
Laurel Witri
Center for Mediation and Collaboration RI
[email protected]
The deadline to apply is Friday February 10, 2023.
*CMCRI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment or programming. We are committed to building a team that includes leadership from the communities that we serve and that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged. *