Policy Specialist
The National Farm to
School Network seeks a Policy Specialist to lead implementation of the
organization's policy priorities, including influencing federal
administrative, rulemaking, and legislative actions, and supporting the
development of its biennial report of state level policies supportive of
farm to school. The Policy Specialist will cultivate relationships with
policymakers and their staff, partner organizations and advocacy
coalitions, manage and facilitate NFSN's Policy Group, and educate and
mobilize NFSN stakeholder around key issues. Read full position description here.
Additional Information
This
is a full-time (40 hours per week), exempt position that includes
benefits. Salary range is $55,000-60,000 and is commensurate with
experience. This position is based in Washington, DC.
Learn More & Apply
Learn more at: www.farmtoschool.org/
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to jobs@farmtoschool.org.
The deadline to apply is Friday, Nov. 16, 2018.
About the National Farm to School Network
The National Farm to School Network
is an information, advocacy and networking hub for communities working
to bring local food sourcing and food and agriculture education
(including school gardens) into schools and early care and education
(ECE) settings. Farm to school empowers children and families to make
informed food choices, while strengthening the local economy and
contributing to vibrant communities. NFSN provides vision, leadership
and support at the state, regional and national levels to connect and
expand the farm to school movement. Our network includes Core Partner
and Supporting Partner organizations in all 50 states, Washington, D.C.
and U.S. Territories, thousands of farm to school supporters, an
Advisory Board and national staff. For more information, visit www.farmtoschool.org.
Please direct questions about this open position to jobs@farmtoschool.org.