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NC AgVentures Project Lead

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with Experience ($60,000 - $67,000)

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Dec 03, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194360EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	NC AgVentures Project Lead
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with Experience ($60,000 - $67,000)
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday, Varies (40 hours per week)
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Agriculture And Natural Resources/Comm
About the Department	The primary function of organizational unit is to support Extension programs in Agriculture, Natural resources, and Community and Rural Development. Our primary responsibility is to assist Extension Professionals in developing and conducting successful programs that are viable, visible, and relevant to existing and emerging needs.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	The NC AgVentures Farm Grant Project Lead serves as the central point of contact responsible for ensuring the smooth execution, efficiency, and overall success of the NC AgVentures Farm Grant Program. This position plays a vital role in supporting North Carolina farmers by managing day-to-day operations of the program, coordinating communications, and ensuring compliance with program guidelines and reporting requirements. The role involves significant administrative, organizational, and logistical responsibilities, including coordinating application and award processes, maintaining program records, assisting with outreach and promotional efforts, and providing direct support to applicants and grantees. The Project Lead works closely with university faculty, Extension staff, and external partners to keep projects on track, facilitate timely communication, and ensure the program continues to make a positive impact across the state's agricultural communities. Key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Manage the project's day-to-day program activities, making operational decisions such that grant timelines and goals are met. Oversee planning, scheduling, and implementation of daily tasks and deliverables associated with the grant. Ensure that all project milestones are achieved on time, coordinate activities among internal and external partners, and make operational decisions to maintain project efficiency and compliance with grant objectives. Promote the NC AgVentures grant opportunity through the media and information workshops. Develop and implement outreach strategies to raise awareness of the NC AgVentures program. Coordinate and lead information sessions, public presentations, and media communications to reach target audiences, including farmers and agricultural stakeholders across the state. Maintain the grant website and application submission portal. Regularly update and manage the program's online platforms to ensure accurate, accessible, and current information. Troubleshoot technical issues as needed and ensure that the application submission process functions smoothly for applicants. Update application process regularly to address emergent issues. Assist the Lead Investigator in periodic grant proposal writing and submission. Support the preparation of new and renewal grant proposals by gathering data, drafting sections, preparing budgets, and coordinating with internal and external collaborators to meet submission deadlines. Organize and facilitate the farmer grant submission and review process. Coordinate the application intake, screening, and evaluation process for farmer grants. Schedule and manage review panels, assist leading review panels as needed, ensure fairness and transparency in evaluations, and communicate outcomes to NCTTFC and when approved, applicants. Work with the grant recipients and university business office to initiate and execute contracts and payments. Collaborate with fiscal staff to prepare and process contractual agreements and disbursements to grant recipients. Ensure compliance with university financial policies and procedures. Educate farmers on grant award payment process. Trouble shoot any issues in payment paperwork completion and discrepancies in fund disbursement. Monitor university cost accounting systems and remediate errors. Submit invoices with proper routing information. Review financial transactions within the university system to ensure accuracy and proper allocation of funds. Identify discrepancies or errors and work with accounting personnel to correct them promptly. Track budgets, monitor spending, and help ensure funds are used as intended. Maintain detailed budget records, review expenditures regularly, and provide budget status updates to leadership. Ensure that program funds are used appropriately in alignment with grant and university guidelines. Prepare reports for program sponsor and Extension; track program outcomes and economic impacts. Compile data and draft periodic progress and financial reports for submission to the program sponsor and internal stakeholders. Track measurable program impacts and summarize results for reporting and communications purposes. Keep track of data for long term reporting. Liaison with grant recipients and NC Cooperative Extension county and state structures to solve problems and facilitate necessary information exchange. Serve as the primary point of contact between the program, grant recipients, NC State Specialists and Cooperative Extension offices. Provide connection assistance, guidance, address concerns, and ensure effective communication to support successful project implementation. Collaborate with staff and partners to gather information, develop budgets, and share updates on progress. Work closely with program staff, university partners, and external collaborators to collect relevant data, prepare financial and programmatic materials, and communicate progress and results to stakeholders. You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition ( https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
Other Responsibilities	Manage marketing annual grant opportunity across 46 counties with approved materials.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public administration, rural sociology or related discipline. Several years (at least 3) experience in farming, agriculture, and/or food production systems. Several years (at least 3) experience with grant management (grant writing, budgets, reports, and spreadsheets).
Other Required Qualifications	Strong organizational, program management skills, writing and verbal communication skills. Ability to work across multiple complex business office systems to shepherd multiple contracts through complex contracting and payment system(s). Ability to collaborate with people from different backgrounds. A flexible, resourceful approach to problem-solving. Ability to manage a review multiple proposal processes. Essential skills: strong interpersonal skills, organization, time management, problem-solving, and proficiency with relevant software and project management tools.
Preferred Qualifications	Five years experience in farming, agriculture, and/or food production systems. More than three years experience with grant management (grant writing, budgets, reports, and spreadsheets). Experience with grant management software. Experience with program evaluation.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	Valid NC driver's license, or the ability to obtain with 60 days of start.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	12/02/2025
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicant required documents: Cover Letter, CV/Resume, Contact Information for at least three Professional References.

Position Details

Position Number	00111735
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Department ID	110404 - Agriculture And Natural Resources/Comm
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.