NCI is Seeking a Program Manager

The Northern Crops Institute (NCI) is seeking a Program Manager. This position will be responsible for the development, planning, and delivery of educational programming that is designed to increase international and domestic demand for the crops grown in the four-state region NCI serves. Most programming focuses on wheat, soy, corn, and barley. Programs may include in-person short courses, virtual courses, small conferences, and single presentations. Some travel, domestic and international, is also expected. The person in this position should have strong organizational skills, be an excellent communicator, and have a desire to interact with people from across the globe.

APPLICANT MATERIALS REQUIRED:

Cover letter, resume, and three references.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree.  

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.  

  • Demonstrated organization and detail management skills.  

  • Possess basic knowledge of agriculture industry.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Advanced degree in a related field (food science, animal science, plant science, ag econ, ag education, etc.).  

  • Demonstrated, strong knowledge of commodity crops.  

  • Event planning, leadership, and management experience.  

  • Experience working in agriculture and demonstrated success working with international citizens.

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ABOUT NCI

Northern Crops Institute (NCI) is a collaborative effort among North Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, and South Dakota to support the promotion and market development of crops grown in this four-state region. NCI is an international meeting and learning center that brings together customers, commodity traders, technical experts, and processors for discussion, education, and technical services. Situated on the campus of North Dakota State University, in Fargo, North Dakota, USA, this unique facility is only minutes from the farm fields that yield much of the world's food.

DISCLAIMER:

Northern Crops institute is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. NCI and NDSU do not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.  Direct inquiries to Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

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