Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, Staff Attorney

REMOTE OR WASHINGTON, DC, D.C.

Washington, D.C., nonprofit organization dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives seeks an attorney with at least five years of experience to provide legal advice on compliance and risk issues and participate in legal advocacy including litigation, legislation, and other legal efforts to effectuate the organization’s mission.

About the Physicians Committee

The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. Our vision is to create a healthier world through a new emphasis on plant-based nutrition, and scientific research conducted ethically, without using animals. We invite you to visit our YouTube channel, our website, and Physicians Committee president Dr. Neal Barnard’s blog.

About the Legal Team

The Physicians Committee’s legal team provides legal support to our advocacy efforts, including campaigns to change federal and state government policy through litigation, public outreach, and working with Congress and other institutions. The team also ensures compliance with all corporate governance standards, business requirements, and tax laws and provides legal advice to all team members as requested on a wide variety of topics.

About this Career Opportunity

The Staff Attorney will provide sound and constructive legal advice on compliance and risk issues to colleagues in all departments of the Physicians Committee and affiliated organizations. The Staff Attorney will also participate in legal advocacy pursued by the Physicians Committee, including litigation, legislation, and other legal efforts to effectuate the missions of the affiliated organizations. Essential functions will include:

Provide general corporate advice to team members:

• Ensure organizations function consistent with tax exempt status.
• Review, negotiate, and draft contracts, vendor agreements, grant agreements, MOUs, and other legal agreements. Advise on contract issues, including compliance, amendment, and termination.
• Advise on personnel and human resources matters.
• Advise on intellectual property matters, including trademark filings and infringements and copyright advice and compliance.
• Advise on potential litigation risks associated with correspondence, advertisements, or public advocacy statements.
• Advise on obtaining legal permission to conduct activities, such as demonstrations on public property.
• Review trusts and estate correspondence to ensure records are complete and to determine organization’s interest.
• Advise and report on lobbying activities and compliance.
• Retain outside counsel on matters requiring special expertise.
• Comply with federal, state, and local lobbying requirements.
• Maintain highest levels of corporate governance for all affiliated organizations.
• Research health care law issues (e.g., HIPAA, Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law).
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Pursue legal advocacy efforts to support Physicians Committee campaigns:

• Draft memoranda, pleadings, and documents in support of campaigns, maximizing media attention.
• File lawsuits under public records laws and federal Administrative Procedure Act.
• Brainstorm with campaign staff on potential new lawsuits, analyze potential suits raising new legal issues, and advise on litigation strategy.
• Assist staff in interpreting statutes and regulations.
• Draft and file petitions.
• Draft clear and precise memoranda and legal briefs as needed.
• Assist in drafting requests for public records and related administrative appeals.
• Perform legal research on local cruelty laws; state, federal, and international animal research laws; and open government laws.
• Retain and work with outside counsel and prosecutors as necessary.
• This is a full-time position that may be performed at our office or remotely from any location in the United States. The Physicians Committee is headquartered in Washington, D.C. (Friendship Heights on Metro’s Red Line).

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for an attorney with at least five years of experience and at least three to five years of experience in relevant practice areas. Knowledge of and experience with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Administrative Procedure Act are a plus. We’re looking for a team member who will excel at researching and carefully applying a wide variety of laws in novel contexts. If you have these qualifications and are passionate about the Physicians Committee’s mission, we’d like to hear from you.

How to Apply

We require a formal cover letter and resume to apply. In your cover letter, please tell us about your interest in our mission, your related experience and accomplishments, and your professional goals. 

https://pcrm.applicantpro.com/jobs/2197881.html

Hyman, Phelps & McNamara-P.C-Mid, Level FDA Regulatory Attorney

Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C. is seeking attorneys to help their clients bring pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices to market.  The ideal candidates are expected to have experience working at FDA (CDER, CDRH, CBER, or OCC), or have at least two years working in private practice with a sophisticated FDA practice group. 

If you want to join their team, please send your resume to Anne Walsh, awalsh@hpm.com. 

Organic Farming Research Foundation, Policy and Programs Manager

The Organic Farming Research Foundation is seeking a Policy and Programs Manager to conduct in-depth analysis of federal and state funded policy and programs and develop and coordinate legislative and regulatory campaigns to ensure such programs effectively support the needs of organic farmers. This position offers a great opportunity for the right candidate to interact with federal agency staff, political officials, non-profit partners and other diverse stakeholders to advocate on behalf of organic farmers and scientists.

This is a full-time, exempt position, eligible for benefits. OFRF’s primary office is in Santa Cruz, CA but this position is fully remote. DC-based candidates are strongly encouraged, but not required. The Policy and Programs Manager reports to the Executive Director (ED).

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Monitor and analyze federal legislative and regulatory policy as it pertains to organic farming and how well USDA programs (particularly research, technical assistance, and conservation programs) serve the organic sector.

• Develop written positions/recommendations/issue briefs on key federal policy and programs to support the priorities of organic farmers as identified in OFRF’s National Organic Research Agenda.

• Advance organic as a key component to climate mitigation and adaptation in federal policy.

• Represent OFRF at meetings with policy makers, grower groups, and coalition partners.

• Position OFRF as a reliable resource for Hill, USDA and other agency staff.

• In some cases, may support state policy efforts to advance organic farming research.

• Contribute to OFRF projects and programs, usually through research, writing or analysis.

• Manage some OFRF projects and grants (overseeing contractors, deliverables, and reporting).

• Cultivate diverse partnerships with NGOs, businesses, academic institutions, and other organizations to advance policy goals and develop new program and partnership initiatives.

• Write monthly blogs or articles about policy issues for the OFRF website and newsletter.

• Contribute to OFRF’s presence on social media through frequent sharing of relevant news and original posts on OFRF’s policy work.

• Manage grassroots advocacy organizing efforts such as action alerts.

• Design and implement activities to increase organic farmer engagement on policy issues.

• Collaborate with colleagues in project, program, and strategic planning.

• Keep Executive Director, Board of Directors, and staff apprised of current policy issues.

• Support fundraising and grant writing for program activities

• Staff the Policy and Program Committee of the OFRF Board of Directors.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in similar role.

• Masters, JD, or other relevant degree strongly preferred.

• Knowledge about organic agriculture, food systems, and climate change.

• Deep understanding of federal legislative and regulatory processes.

• Ability to think strategically about application of research and research policy to support the organization’s goals.

• Demonstrated track record of managing people, projects, and deadlines that deliver results.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualities

• Demonstrated ability to show initiative, achieve goals, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be able to work independently as well as on a team.

• Willingness and ability to travel to occasional conferences, meetings, and other OFRF events. Candidates not based in Washington, DC must be willing to travel there as needed.

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build collegial relationships with researchers, policy makers, farmers, donors, and other partners.

• Ability to interface with OFRF’s diverse constituents in a clear, positive, and engaging manner.

• Willingness to be part of small but impactful team that advances the overall goals and activities of the organization.

• Strong commitment to the mission, values, and goals of OFRF.

Compensation 

Starting salary range between $60-$75k depending on experience and location. OFRF offers a competitive benefits package that includes generous paid time off, retirement match, and health, dental, vision, and life insurance. OFRF is a great work environment with lots of flexibility. We look for co-workers who can have fun while working as hard as we do for a cause we love. 

To Apply  

Submit your complete packet with “POLICY and PROGRAMS MANAGER” in the subject line via email to jobs@ofrf.org. All qualified applicants should submit:

• A cover letter stating your interest and qualifications

• A resume outlining your skills and experience

• Salary requirement

Coca-Cola, Senior Legal Counsel-Food and Litigation

Coca Cola is offering the Senior Legal Counsel, Food and Litigation based. The company is looking for someone with the experience in the areas of food and drug regulation and advertising substantiation. 

Senior Legal Counsel, Food Law and Litigation will actively assist the business in maximizing opportunities and managing risk in the areas of food law compliance, advertising substantiation and litigation, particularly in connection with public communications regarding the Company’s beverages and the development of new products. Senior Legal Counsel, Food Law & Litigation will also advise business associates in the Company’s geographic business units around the world and in the following Corporate departments: Scientific and Regulatory Affairs (SRA); Ingredient and Product Governance (IPG); Global Marketing; Research and Development (R&D); Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability (PACS); Global Quality; and the Incident Management and Crisis Resolution (IMCR) team.

*** This position will be based of Atlanta, GA***

Responsibilities 

• Counsel Global Marketing, R&D and PACS clients on what the Company can communicate publicly regarding the attributes of its products, ingredients, and packaging (in conjunction with SRA)

• Collaborate with Global Marketing, R&D, IPG, SRA, and with business unit counsel to facilitate the development and launch of new products, which includes finding solutions and providing advice with respect to:

• the substantiation of claims to be made in a wide range of media and on product labels;

• regulatory issues regarding ingredients and other substances; and labeling compliance

• Perform due diligence with respect to the food and advertising law aspects of potential acquisitions (done in conjunction with SRA)

• Manage the timely and effective review and approval of submissions from business units around the world to the Company’s global review process for communications requiring substantiation, including:

• evaluating claims to be used on product labels and in a wide range of media, including digital media, and the substantiation thereof; and supporting SRA’s overall management of the review process

• Oversee management and defense of lawsuits, arbitrations and other litigation matters, particularly those related to food law, labeling, marketing and advertising; negotiate settlements of litigation/claims where appropriate; manage outside counsel to ensure zealous representation of the Company’s legal and business interests; provide regular updates on litigation matters for audit and financial reporting.

• Advise business stakeholders and management on litigation risks and threats; assess potential litigation exposure and costs; provide counsel to avoid or mitigate litigation risk.

• Provide counsel regarding the food law aspects of the Company’s contractual relationships with and obligations to third parties (e.g., bottlers, customers, suppliers, sponsorship properties, and others)

• Track legislative and regulatory developments and educate clients regarding their impact

• Draft opinions and materials to explain food law and advertising substantiation issues to clients

• Support SRA in addressing regulatory compliance issues

• Serve, as needed, on IMCR teams in connection with recalls and other matters

• Build and develop effective working relationships with clients and other lawyers

• Provide support to Senior Food Law Counsel

• Continue to develop expertise in food law and advertising substantiation through on-the-job training and Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

• Review public and internal communications by the Company regarding newly published studies and other information about health and nutrition matters relating to the Company’s products (in conjunction with SRA)

• Counsel SRA and PACS on the wide range of legal issues that they confront in communicating with consumers and other stakeholders regarding the relationship between the Company’s beverages and health

• Supervise and review the work product of outside counsel and work with scientific and technical experts with respect to food law and advertising substantiation issues

Qualifications & Requirements

• U.S. Juris Doctor degree and a practicing member of a U.S. state or international bar. Strong academic credentials required.

• A minimum of 5 years experience in a large national law firm and or corporate legal department with demonstrated experience in counseling business clients regarding regulatory matters and litigation

• Experience in the areas of food and drug regulation and advertising substantiation strongly preferred

• Litigation experience required

• Ability to analyze problems and find solutions that further business goals while assessing and minimizing risk

• Ability to work independently and as a member of cross-functional teams

• Ability to manage numerous assignments (managing changing priorities and deadlines)

• Ability to influence and interact at all levels of the business

• Excellent organization and planning skills

Izaak Walton League of America (IWLA)-Conservation Policy Manager

Izaak Walton League of America (IWLA) is looking for a conservation policy manager. The organization was founded in 1922 to conserve, restore and promote the sustainable use and enjoyment of natural resources, including soil, air, woods, waters and wildlife. 

***This is a full-time position based in Gaithersburg, Maryland.***

Duties And Responsibilities

• Advocate for legislation and regulations supporting League policy priority areas, including but not limited to, agriculture conservation, ecological restoration, clean water protections, outdoor recreation, and climate change.

• Coordinate the development and implementation of grassroots advocacy campaigns for League policy priorities.

• Maintain relationships with the legislative and executive branches, as a liaison for the League’s conservation programs.

• Educate and engage League leaders and volunteers around federal advocacy priorities.

• Lead a proactive strategy to engage new and existing volunteers beyond League membership as advocates across a range of policy priorities.

• Proactively facilitate involvement of conservation partners to advance the League’s policy priorities.

• Represent the League in relevant coalitions.

• Work with Conservation Program Directors to ensure grassroots advocacy strategies are components of citizen science campaigns, such as Salt Watch and Nitrate Watch.

• Develop content for IWLA website, social media and publications, including Outdoor America magazine, and written materials as needed.

• Working with communications staff and grassroots activists, secure the publication of opinion pieces, letters to the editor, and other public messages that support the League's advocacy work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, environmental studies, political science, communications, or related field.

• At least 3-5 years of public policy experience in Congress, the Executive Branch, or related non-profit or private sector employment.

• Demonstrated experience engaging and mobilizing grassroots advocates in public policy.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the federal legislative, appropriations, and rulemaking processes.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts in understandable language.

• Ability to think strategically, establish priorities, and independently manage multiple tasks in a fast-moving, high-workload environment.

• Ability to work as a team player with a diverse array of colleagues, partners, and volunteer leaders.

• Knowledge of relevant conservation issues related to the League’s mission would be highly beneficial.

• Strong personal commitment to advancing the cause of conservation and natural resource stewardship.

• Willingness and ability to travel, including for multiple days and overnight.

Compensation

This position offers a competitive annual salary between $60,000 and $65,000 and a generous package of benefits, including health care, paid holidays, vacation and personal/sick leave, and retirement plan.

How To Apply

Please email cover letter, resume and a writing sample to the attention of the Conservation Director with the subject line “Conservation Policy Manager” to conserve@iwla.org. Please submit all materials by February 18, 2022. No phone calls please.

The Izaak Walton League of America is an equal opportunity employer.

Turner Environmental Law Clinic Fellowship (Post Doctoral Fellow)

 

The Turner Environmental Law Clinic at Emory University School of Law (“Turner Clinic”) is seeking applications for its 2022-2024 Postgraduate Environmental Law Fellowship. The fellowship is offered as a two-year position, with the possibility of renewal for an additional one-year term. 

 

Fellowship Description: The fellowship provides a unique opportunity for a recent law school graduate to grow as an effective environmental advocate, while fighting for clean and sustainable energy, promoting regenerative agriculture and local food systems, and protecting our natural resources and communities. The fellowship focuses on training influential attorneys and academics specializing in public interest environmental law. It also provides intensive opportunities to develop clinical education skills.  

 

Fellowship Responsibilities: The fellow will work closely with Turner Clinic faculty and staff, and will report directly to the Director of the Turner Clinic. The fellow will assist with legal research, litigation, transactional negotiations, policy development, capacity-building, community partnerships, teaching and supervision of clinical students, and advocacy in furtherance of the Turner Clinic’s mission. The responsibilities of the fellow will include, at a minimum:

 

• Supervising students and providing skills instruction in the Turner Clinic, and occasional teaching in related environmental law classes.
• Representing the Turner Clinic’s clients in complex civil litigation, transactional, and policy matters, while working closely with co-counsel, expert witnesses, community leaders, and government officials.
• Researching and writing articles, policy papers, or other approved writing projects of publishable quality on topics related to environmental law.
• Leading and participating in ongoing environmental advocacy efforts.
• Collaborating with Turner Clinic faculty on environmental law and research projects.
• Representing the Turner Clinic in advocacy coalitions, strategic partnerships, and community engagement events and activities.
• Developing independent areas of interest, consistent with the mission of the Turner Clinic.

 

Qualifications:  Priority will be given to law school graduates within three years of law school graduation who have a demonstrated interest in public interest environmental law; strong research and writing skills; and environmental litigation, transactional, policy, or advocacy experience. Candidates must be able to exercise independent judgment about the priority issues and critical relationships of central concern to the Turner Clinic; responsibly manage multiple representations; communicate effectively orally and in writing; provide meaningful instruction to students; and complete assignments with minimal supervision.  

     

Salary: The position is based in Atlanta, Georgia. Salary is competitive with other public interest fellowship opportunities. Emory University offers a generous benefits package.   

 

Selection Process: Review of applications will begin February 15, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled. The position will begin on August 1, 2022. Applicants are asked to submit

1. a letter of interest describing the applicant’s reasons for applying for the fellowship (not to exceed two-pages), 
2. a resume, 
3. a sample of legal or scholarly written work, 
4. a law school transcript, and 
5. the names and contact information of three individuals prepared to provide professional references. Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed.

 

To apply:  

https://faculty-emory.icims.com/jobs/84616/job

 

Deadline: Applications are due by March 15, 2022. 

 

For additional information, contact: Denise Fowler, Administrative Assistant for the Turner Clinic, at denise.fowler@emory.edu. 

 

Legal Officer Positions, FAO, Rome, Italy

There are a variety of legal officer positions available at FAO. Review each job for information on qualifications and job responsibilities. 

VA 2200003, Senior Legal Officer, P-5, LEGA
https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2200003&tz=GMT%2B01%3A00&tzname=Europe%2FBerlin

VA 2200004, Senior Legal Officer, P-5, LEGA
https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2200004&tz=GMT%2B01%3A00&tzname=Europe%2FBerlin 

VA 2200005, Legal Officer, P-3, LEGA
https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2200005&tz=GMT%2B01%3A00&tzname=Europe%2FBerlin

VA 2200001 – Legal Officer, P-2, LEGA  
https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2200001&tz=GMT%2B01%3A00&tzname=Europe%2FBerlin   

VA 2200002 – Legal Officer, P-2, LEGN

https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2200002&tz=GMT%2B01%3A00&tzname=Europe%2FBerlin

 

 

Good Food Institute- Director of Policy

Good Food Institute- Director of Policy

The Good Food Institute (GFI) is hiring for the director of policy. In this role, you will have the opportunity to help GFI’s team of lobbyists, lawyers, and policy specialists achieve even greater success. Working with the Vice President of Policy, you will help set the strategy and ensure the effective operation of GFI’s Policy Department. 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Managing a small team and helping the VP of Policy effectively hire, train, and develop team members.

• Assisting the VP of Policy with project planning every four months and strategic planning and budgeting annually.

• Working with the VP of Policy and Senior Associate Director of International Engagement to improve coordination among GFI’s policy teams in the United States, Brazil, Europe, Israel, and Asia.

• Proposing workflow improvements to make the Policy Team more effective.

• Honing GFI’s policy initiatives to advance our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Cultivating a positive and collaborative team environment and helping to motivate the team.

• Working with the team to ensure compliance with lobbying reporting requirements and other recordkeeping systems.

• Building strong internal relationships to ensure consistent, accurate information exchange between the Policy team and other GFI departments, as well as our international affiliates.

• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• At least ten years of experience in a nonprofit organization, government agency, legislative office, or equivalent, or at least seven years and a J.D. from an accredited law school.

• At least three years of experience coaching or supervising team members.

• Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to thrive in a dynamic environment—comfort pivoting to meet opportunities while advancing strategic priorities.

• Excellent project management skills.

• The ability to mentor and inspire team members

• and provide stability through periods of team expansion.

• The ability to problem-solve under pressure and adapt to rapidly evolving organizational growth opportunities.

• Strong support for GFI’s philosophy and mission; demonstrated interest in public health, environmentalism, animal protection, or hunger relief.

• A commitment to GFI’s values: believe change is possible, do the most good we can, share knowledge freely, act on evidence, and invite everyone to the table.

The ideal candidate would also have:

• Expertise in policies relevant to alternative proteins (e.g., public funding in science, global health, or agriculture, or agriculture, renewable energy, or food policy).

• Proficiency with best practices for impact assessment.

• Understanding of the legal requirements for nonprofit organizations that engage in lobbying.

• Experience working for a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an affiliated (c)(4) lobbying organization.

• International outlook and experience, as demonstrated by experience working for a multilateral organization, having lived in a country outside of the United States, or fluency in languages other than English.

• The ability to contribute to the diversity of ideas and backgrounds on the Policy Team.

Compensation

• Salary: $95,000-110,000  (depending on experience and qualifications)

Travel: Up to two weeks per year for GFI retreats.

How to Apply:

Application is rolling based. To apply, please go to the link below and apply:

https://gfi.org/job/?gh_jid=5834353002

Good Food Institute, Policy Associate Position

Good Food Institute, Policy Associate Position

The Good Food Institute is looking for the Policy Associate. This is a great opportunity for someone who want to use their writing and analysis skills to advocate for public investment and fair rules to create a better future of food.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Producing clear and insightful research and analysis.

• Content creation: writing persuasive and error-free letters, comments, policy briefs, and fact sheets to support GFI’s policy priorities.

• Staying abreast of relevant policy developments and communicating them to the team.

• Working with other departments to provide policy support to their initiatives and to encourage their involvement, as appropriate, in the Policy team’s work.

• Following all lobbying reporting procedures, as applicable (training will be provided).

• Performing other duties as assigned, including providing occasional support to GFI lobbyists.

Qualifications & Skills

• At least three years of professional experience. Experience with legislative analysis is a plus.

• Ability to produce persuasive, well-reasoned, and error-free writing on complex topics.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• A strong work ethic and self-motivation.

• A solutions-oriented mindset. 

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility and a positive attitude.

• Ability to use sound judgment in setting and managing priorities, proposing and meeting deadlines, and resolving logistic challenges.

• Proficiency in Google Workplace applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Calendar).

• Cross-cultural sensitivity and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

• Comfort working in a rapidly growing and evolving organization.

• Strong support for GFI’s philosophy and mission; demonstrated interest in public health, environmentalism, animal protection, or hunger relief.

Compensation

• Salary: $95,000-110,000  (depending on experience and qualifications)

How to Apply:

Application is rolling based. To apply, please go to the link below and apply:

https://gfi.org/job/?gh_jid=5834353002

Earthjustice: Associate Attorney: Sustainable Food and Farming

 Earthjustice’s Sustainable Food and Farming Program seeks an Associate Attorney to assist with legal advocacy and litigation. This position will begin ideally in April 2022. The position will be based preferably in our New York, NY, or Washington, DC offices, although applicants seeking to work in other locations where Earthjustice has an office will also be considered.  For more, visit EarthJustice.org EnvironmentalJobs.com, or directlink https://environmentaljobs.com/job/associate-attorney-sustainable-food-and-farming/

Part-time Paid Internship for Graduate Students at USDA AMS

AMS’ Marketing Services Division has a Pathways posting open through January 21. We are looking for current graduate students that are able to work about 20 hours per week and are interested in local and regional food systems and multidisciplinary research. One position will be based in DC and one position will be remote. 

Here is the USAJobs link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/630881100

  

ASPCA: Director of Farm Animal Legislation

ASPCA is seeking to hir a  Director of Farm Animal Legislation. The role of the Director will include lobbying members of Congress and their staff, as well as interfacing with federal agencies to advance pro-farm animal initiatives. The new hire would work closely with the Senior Director of Federal Affairs, the greater Government Relations team, and the farm animal welfare team to develop strategies to advance pro-animal policies in the agriculture policy space, mainly at the federal level, but with some state work included as well. It's a DC-based position, but for the right person, there could be some flexibility for now, with the expectation that the hire would eventually move here when needed. Visit the ASPCA Job website for more information or to apply.

https://aspca.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ASPCAWebsite/job/Washington-DC/Director--Farm-Animal-Legislation_2021-571

Project Director Needed for Innovative New Cooperative Project

The National Cooperative Business Associat (NCBA CLUSA) is leading a new project to build out a cooperative development ecosystem in different socially disadvantaged farmer communities. It’s a five year project, and they are seeking to hire an enterprising project director. 

Compensation is dependent on experience, but this is a full-time, professional career position. The job can be perforned remotely. 

This provides an opportunity to build a cooperative foundation in the communities served. Definitely a unique opportunity and a dream job for the right person.

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=76c922b3-f482-4df6-806c-84c3e340d7a0&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=411221&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Center for Science in the Public Interest: Policy Associate

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), the nation’s leading, independent authority on food and nutrition, seeks a Policy Associate to advocate for state and local policies to improve healthy food access through the food retail environment. This work will engage and support historically under-resourced communities that experience health disparities.

 The Policy Associate will support CSPI's broader healthy retail work. We are mobilizing advocates, coalition partners, and communities to support state and local policies and corporate campaigns to make healthy choices easier at food retailers. We urge supermarkets and other large food retail stores to shift the mix of products that they promote and make available to consumers. Through research and pilot programs, we aim to create evidence-based campaigns that will be both beneficial to the health of consumers and economically sustainable for retailers. We advocate for policy and programmatic changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program that create a healthier food environment. And we are leading efforts to have federal and state agencies end trade practices that stifle fair competition among food manufacturers and that reinforce the marketing of unhealthy food by retailers.

The Policy Associate position reports to the Senior Policy Scientist. The Policy Associate will operate out of CSPI’s Washington, DC office or remotely.

To Apply

Please use CSPI's Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to apply for the Policy Associate position. You are required to submit a resume and cover letter indicating relevant experience and interest. The application deadline is January 24, 2022.

Click to Apply: Policy Associate, Healthy Retail

Center for Science in the Public Interest: Policy Fellow

  CSPI Job Opportunity: Policy Fellow - Wash, DC or Remote

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Work with the Senior Policy Associate to develop and implement advocacy goals and strategies for nutrition policy campaigns. Collaborate with outreach and capacity building, communications, scientific, legal, and other policy staff.

    Strengthen existing relationships and broaden support for food and nutrition policies with partners and elected and appointed officials at the national, state, and local levels, including groups and individuals advocating for public health, racial and health equity and social justice.

    Provide technical assistance, materials, and strategic advice to organizations, coalitions, and policy makers, mobilize grassroots, support federal, state and local advocacy (including lobbying) efforts in support of food and nutrition policies.

    Write and develop advocacy materials, including: fact sheets, reports, letters, social media posts, testimony, petitions, infographics, talking points, and action alerts.

    Review scientific literature to inform policy positions and advocacy strategies.

    Organize and represent CSPI at meetings, events, briefings, webinars, calls, and with the press.

    Supervise interns.

    Carry out other departmental activities as needed.

To Apply

Please use CSPI's Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to apply for the Policy Fellow position. You are required to submit a resume and cover letter indicating relevant experience and interest. The application deadline is January 24, 2022.

Click to Apply: Policy Fellow

Maryland Sea Grant/Agriculture Law Education Initiative Legal Policy Fellowship

Maryland Sea Grant (MDSG) and the Agriculture Law Education Initiative (ALEI) are excited to invite applications for a one-year legal fellowship. Please come join our dynamic team of legal experts and scientists to work at the exciting interface of law, policy, and environmental research. This one year fellowship has the possibility for a second year renewal in mutual agreement between the fellow, MDSG, and funding availability.

MDSG supports research, education, extension, and outreach on critical environmental issues in the Chesapeake and coastal bays and their watersheds. ALEI is comprised of legal specialists and other extension specialists who help agricultural producers understand and comply with state, federal, and local laws and regulations.

The Maryland Sea Grant legal fellow will help work toward these goals through projects involving training and programming for government agencies, coastal industries, and coastal communities addressing coastal law and policy in Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay.

Fellows will be contractual employees of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science-MDSG. This position is full-time with benefits, Contractual Contingent 2, with an expected salary of $54,000 plus fringe benefits including healthcare options.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must have earned a J.D. or equivalent LL.M. for foreign-trained attorneys no earlier than June 2018
• Interest in exploring environmental legal research relevant to underresourced communities in coastal communities. 
• Enthusiasm for pursuing a career in the areas of natural resource management, protection, or stewardship, or public or policy or law of marine and/or coastal environments
• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

Maryland Sea Grant and the National Sea Grant College Program champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by recruiting, retaining and preparing a diverse workforce and proactively engaging and serving the diverse populations of coastal communities. Sea Grant is committed to building inclusive research, extension, communications and education programs that serve people with unique backgrounds, circumstances, needs, perspectives and ways of thinking. We encourage applicants of all ages, races, ethnicities, national origins, gender identities, sexual orientations, disabilities, cultures, religions, citizenship types, marital status, job classifications, veteran status, and income, and socioeconomic status types to apply for this opportunity.

Click here for more information on the fellowship and how to apply: https://www.mdsg.umd.edu/topics/maryland-law-and-policy-fellowship