Fresh Produce Program Distribution Coordinator

The Fresh Produce Program (FPP) is a Duke staff- and student-run organization whose mission is to strengthen food security and address nutrition-related health disparities in Durham through produce prescription and food access programs. Our direct-to-door delivery model provides over 600 households experiencing food security with biweekly deliveries of free, fresh, and locally-sourced produce and eggs on Saturday “Distribution Days,” complemented by a weekly first-come, first-serve walk-up table for community members.

About the role

FPP seeks a reliable, organized, and community-minded Distribution Day Manager to support our weekly operations. This role focuses on coordinating the logistics of produce procurement and distribution, managing relationships with partner organizations, and ensuring that weekly deliveries run smoothly. The Distribution Day Manager will play a key role in maintaining the program’s weekly distribution workflow—from ordering produce and preparing delivery routes to managing distribution days and coordinating with community partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics of produce procurement and distribution
• Manage relationships with partner organizations
• Ensure smooth operation of weekly deliveries
• Maintain the program’s weekly distribution workflow, including ordering produce and preparing delivery routes
• Manage distribution days and coordinate with community partners

Requirements

• Highly organized and able to manage multiple logistical tasks
• Comfortable working independently and problem-solving in real time
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with multiple partners
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift 25–30 pounds and work in a physically active environment
• Comfort working with community members from diverse backgrounds

Qualifications

• Experience with food access programs, food systems work, or community health initiatives (preferred)
• Prior experience coordinating events, logistics, or distribution operations (preferred)
• Interest in food security, public health, or community-based programs (preferred)

Pay

$25/hour

Schedule

Part-time (approximately 15 hours per week) with standing time commitments on Friday and Saturday mornings.