Gardens Programs Lead: Volunteer & Community Builder

Mobile Loaves & Fishes; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mobile Loaves & Fishes seeks a Program Lead for Genesis Gardens at Community First! Village in Austin to oversee volunteer coordination, garden activities, and partnerships.

The role focuses on creating welcoming spaces, building relationships with neighbors and volunteers, and driving the program forward with initiative and leadership. The position requires hands-on gardening experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating people, schedules and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead, motivate and manage a diverse team of volunteers and contractors.
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Host and coordinate volunteers and neighbor contractors, ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Recruit, orient, and supervise neighbor contractors on daily activities.
• Design volunteer activities accessible to all ages and abilities.
• Oversee seasonal planting, garden maintenance, and farmer’s market operations.
• Coordinate purchasing, contracts, and policy development for the garden.

Skills

People coordination

Schedule coordination

Project coordination

Relationship building

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asana

Job description

Mobile Loaves & Fishes seeks a Program Lead for Genesis Gardens at Community First! Village in Austin to oversee volunteer coordination, garden activities, and partnerships.

The role focuses on creating welcoming spaces, building relationships with neighbors and volunteers, and driving the program forward with initiative and leadership. The position requires hands-on gardening experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.