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**Job Title:** Training & Events Associate

**Reports To:** Director of Training & Outreach

**Location:** Providence, RI

**Status:** Full-Time 

**Schedule:** Includes evenings and weekends

Position Summary

The Training & Events Associate supports the Director of Training & Outreach by handling the operational, logistical, and promotional aspects of New Harvest's educational and outreach programs. This role is ideal for a hands-on, organized, and outgoing person who enjoys being on the move, interacting with the public, and promoting a great coffee experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Events & Classes Support

  • Assist with setup, breakdown, and cleaning for all public classes and internal trainings

  • Staff events including pop-ups, trade shows, hotel/college activations, and weekend markets

  • Represent New Harvest at community events such as WaterFire, Little City Thrifty, etc.

  • Prepare and transport materials and coffee equipment to and from events

  • Farmers Market Operations

  • Prepare supplies on Fridays for the Hope Street Farmers Market (HSFM)

  • Work the Saturday shift at HSFM: set up booth, serve coffee, engage with customers, clean up

  • Product Demos & Outreach

  • Conduct coffee demos at partner locations (e.g., Whole Foods)

  • Support the execution of on-site tastings, tabling, and outreach events

  • Marketing & Inventory Logistics

  • Organize, track, and restock branded merchandise and marketing materials (e.g. urn tags, stickers, totes)

  • Maintain storage and ordering systems for event and promotional supplies

  • Assist with producing social media content from events and classes (photos, captions, etc.)

Qualifications

  • Strong communication and customer service skills

  • Detail-oriented and highly organized

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work weekends/events as scheduled

  • Comfort with social media and event documentation

  • Previous experience in events, food service, or marketing a plus

Working Conditions

  • Fast-paced, dynamic environment

  • Requires standing for extended periods and travel to off-site events

  • Team-oriented but often works independently

Pay and Benefits

  • $40k/year starting salary

  • 80 hours PTO, 120 hours after one year

  • 40 hours Paid Sick Time

  • Travel to coffee farms after one year

  • 401k

  • Health & dental insurance