Network Development Lead Americorps Vista Position (Arkansas) Are you interested in learning more about food systems networks while supporting connections between local, regional, and national efforts? The Wallace Center at Winrock International is recruiting for a Network Development Lead Americorps VISTA Service Member to support the Food Systems Leadership Network (FSLN), a national peer learning community that connects current and emerging leaders, strengthens individual and collective leadership capacity, and fosters collaboration across communities. The goal of the network is to accelerate the realization of a just, equitable, and sustainable food system that generates good food, health, and opportunity for all.

The Network Development Lead VISTA will support the backbone team of the FSLN, build connections between Arkansas leaders and the national network, and help deliver network services to Arkansas food systems leaders. The member will build lasting capacity for the network by: Supporting the development and implementation of virtual trainings and peer learning opportunities, Researching and building capacity for state food and agriculture networks, Developing toolkits and learning materials based on existing FSLN programs, Supporting data tracking and evaluation across FSLN services, Improving the user experience of the online FSLN platform, and Identifying funding to further state and regional network development. Hear from a past AmeriCorps VISTA service member about their experience serving with the Wallace Center: “Serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA with the Wallace Center this past year has been an incredible opportunity. I have seen myself grow professionally in a variety of areas including communication, approaching conflict, and leadership, but even more I have felt the personal growth this year has granted. I am entering my next steps feeling encouraged by the team I was a part of and inspired by the community of passionate leaders working to support a resilient and equitable food system.

Serving as a VISTA will give you the opportunity to explore a career you are passionate about while knowing you are making an impact.” – Aryn Blumenberg, 2022-2023 Network Development Lead VISTA The ideal candidate will be deeply committed to racial equity, interested in local and regional food systems work in Arkansas, and bring a network and learning mindset to this role. The Americorps VISTA will have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and learn project management, facilitation, evaluation and fundraising skills through their service. This service site is based in North Little Rock, AR with the potential for teleservice from anywhere in Arkansas. The service member will receive a bi-weekly living allowance of $877.66, and an end of service award. Application Instructions: See the service opportunity listing and apply here by September 21! Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness. Winrock recruits, employs, trains, promotes and compensates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation. Winrock knows that its success comes from the hard work and steadfast dedication of its diverse workforce. Winrock remains committed to maintaining diversity, inclusion and equity across the entire organization