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This is a 36/hr. per week, full-time position. This position may be remote as long as the

candidate is willing to engage in significant travel: 1) travel to the participating value-added

makers will be weekly, and necessary 2) quarterly staff meetings will change location

throughout the state, 3) Annual Staff/board retreat will be a two-night overnight trip

(December 2026)

Request for Proposals - Evaluative Case Study: West Virginia Food System Expansion Project:

The West Virginia Food and Farm Coalition, Inc. (WVFFC) is soliciting proposals from qualified

individuals, firms, and institutions to conduct an evaluative case study of the WV Food System Expansion

Project. This project is funded through an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) POWER grant (Award

No. PW-21465-IM-23) and administered by WVFFC as the prime grantee.

The purpose of this case study is to document, analyze, and evaluate the project's model, impacts, and

contributions to the development of mid-tier value chains within West Virginia's food, nutrition, and

agriculture economy. The final product will serve as a resource for policymakers, funders, practitioners,

and community stakeholders seeking to understand and replicate innovations in regional food system

development.

This position coordinates the WV Rural Grocer Network (WVRGN) program which aims

to increase the sustainability and viability of independently-owned and operated

grocery stores and retailers to strengthen the state’s food economy while increasing

healthy food access. This is achieved through 1) tailored technical assistance and

business coaching, 2) access to capital via loan/grant opportunities. Lastly this program

will work to select two sites to build/renovate and open two new grocery stores in West

Virginia.