FARRP Program Coordinator

Working Title FARRP Program Coordinator

Department Food Science & Technology-0836

Description Of Work The Food Allergy Research and Resource Program ( FARRP ) works to develop and provide the food industry with credible information, expert opinions, tools, and services relating to a broad range of food allergen topics. FARRP takes a comprehensive approach, working and collaborating with research institutions, governmental authorities, consumer groups, and scientific societies around the globe to improve the safety of food products for consumers.

As a FARRP Program Coordinator , you will:

• Lead day-to-day financial operations for FARRP , providing operational and financial support to the co-directors across a complex portfolio of funding sources, projects, program activities, and revenue streams.
• Serve as a primary financial advisor to the co-directors, conducting critical, time-sensitive financial analyses, identifying trends, and developing recommendations to support strategic and operational decision-making related to budgeting, compliance, and resource allocation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for industry stakeholders on all non-scientific matters, managing ongoing relationships, coordinating communications, and facilitating access to program resources.
• Develop and execute strategic member engagement and communication initiatives that strengthen relationships, support long-term program objectives, and enhance the value of FARRP membership.
• Lead the planning and execution of the large-scale annual FARRP Board meeting, workshops, and other events by independently managing complex logistics, budgets, vendor relationships, contractual negotiations, and external partners.
• Lead operational implementation of FARRP outreach initiatives developed by leadership, including in-person events, virtual programming, online courses, publications, and other educational resources.
• Provide strategic input to support the program’s communication objectives and manage day-to-day operations of the FARRP website and external communication channels.
• Provide direct supervision and leadership for the administrative support team, focusing on workload coordination, performance management, and professional development.

Occasional travel is required for program events.

Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Admin Associate.

About Us At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL : https://go.unl.edu/aboutus The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, communications, or related field plus five (5) years’ experience in program or operations coordination. Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education/experience on a year-for-year basis .
• Experience managing multiple budgets and exercising independent judgment.
• Supervisory experience with responsibility for staff oversight.

Preferred Qualifications The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:

• Experience in research‑intensive or externally funded programs.
• Experience managing memberships, industry partnerships, or advisory boards.
• Experience overseeing outreach or educational programs and advising senior leadership on program operations.

Posted Salary $24.04/hr minimum