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Tuesday, March 10, 2026

International Finance Corporation — Investment Officer, Upstream & Advisory (Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services) (Luanda, Angola)

The International Finance Corporation, part of the World Bank Group, is seeking an Investment Officer to support private sector investment and advisory work in Southern Africa. Based in Luanda, this role focuses on developing and executing investment opportunities across sectors including agribusiness, manufacturing, retail, health, education, tourism, and property.

You will identify and develop investment opportunities, conduct market and sector analysis, and structure commercially viable investment solutions that support economic growth and development goals. The role includes working with private sector clients, government agencies, and development partners to address regulatory and market barriers, while building a pipeline of bankable projects through early stage project development and advisory support.

Responsibilities include structuring and negotiating investment transactions, providing advisory services to strengthen project viability, monitoring project performance against financial and development objectives, and collaborating with World Bank Group colleagues on initiatives that improve the investment climate in target markets. You will also contribute to knowledge sharing and best practices within the Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services department.

Candidates must hold a master’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, public policy, or a related field and have at least five years of experience in investment, advisory services, or project development. Experience in emerging markets and strong financial analysis skills are required. Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.

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Kate Farms — Commercial Contracts Counsel (Temporary, Remote)

Kate Farms is seeking a Commercial Contracts Counsel for a temporary five month assignment beginning in March 2026. The role supports the legal department during an employee leave and focuses on maintaining continuity across contract management, legal research, and privacy compliance.

You will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including customer, supplier, manufacturing, and distribution contracts. The role also includes managing contract administration, maintaining documentation within contract management systems, and helping develop contract templates and playbooks to support consistent legal workflows. You will work closely with commercial teams to provide timely legal guidance, elevate risks to the General Counsel when necessary, and ensure contracts align with business and legal requirements.

Additional responsibilities include assisting with the company’s privacy program, supporting responses to privacy rights requests, drafting and maintaining privacy policies, and conducting legal research to support business initiatives.

Candidates must hold a JD and be admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction with a minimum of five years of legal experience focused on commercial contracts and transactions. Strong drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment. Experience with contract management systems such as HighQ is preferred.

Compensation: $85 to $100 per hour.

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California Farm Bureau — Legal Advocacy Analyst

The California Farm Bureau is seeking a Legal Advocacy Analyst to support its legal and policy teams through research, regulatory tracking, and preparation of legal memoranda and summaries. The role sits at the intersection of law, policy, and agriculture and supports the organization’s advocacy for practical, science based agricultural policy across California.

Responsibilities include conducting legal and regulatory research, monitoring state and federal laws, tracking litigation and agency actions, and preparing written summaries for attorneys and policy staff. The role also supports drafting legal materials such as comment letters and internal advisories while tracking legislative proposals and regulatory developments affecting agriculture.

Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in political science, legal studies, environmental science, public administration, business, or a related field. Strong research, writing, and organizational skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and collaborate across teams. Experience with administrative law, regulatory processes, or legislative tracking is preferred.

Salary range: $85,000 to $105,000.

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National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) — Executive Director (Butte, MT with National Travel)

The National Center for Appropriate Technology is hiring an Executive Director to lead the organization’s national work in sustainable agriculture, energy efficiency, and rural development. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will oversee programmatic, administrative, and financial operations while guiding the organization’s long term strategy and growth.

You will lead senior leadership in implementing NCAT’s mission driven initiatives, expand funding from government and foundation sources, and strengthen partnerships with national and regional stakeholders. The role includes overseeing a $15 million annual budget, managing a staff of nearly 60 across 14 states, and advancing projects that reduce poverty, support healthy communities, and protect natural resources.

Candidates must hold either a master’s degree with at least 10 years of nonprofit management experience or a bachelor’s degree with 15 years of nonprofit program and organizational leadership experience. Experience managing large government or foundation funded projects is required, with preference for candidates with backgrounds in sustainable agriculture, energy, or rural development.

Salary range: $135,000 to $170,000.

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ASPCA — Director, Legal Counsel (Remote)

The ASPCA is hiring two Director, Legal Counsel positions to provide legal guidance across the organization’s programs, operations, and policy initiatives. These remote roles report to a Senior Director, Corporate Counsel and support departments including veterinary and shelter programs, government relations, disaster response, fundraising, communications, finance, and real estate.

You will draft and negotiate corporate agreements such as confidentiality agreements, consulting contracts, and other operational documents, while advising teams on legal risk, program development, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws. The role includes counseling internal clients on labor and employment matters, conducting legal research on issues affecting ASPCA initiatives, collaborating with outside counsel on litigation and complex matters, and providing internal training on legal risks and compliance.

Candidates must hold a JD from an ABA accredited law school and be licensed in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with at least four years of legal practice experience. Strong contract drafting skills, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams are required. Experience with nonprofit corporate law or real estate, finance, education, or transportation matters is a plus.

Salary range: $128,000 to $163,000 depending on geographic pay zone.

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Foodsmart — Director, Compliance Officer

Foodsmart is hiring a Director, Compliance Officer to lead and scale its compliance program as the company expands its telenutrition and foodcare platform serving more than 2 million members across employer health plans, Medicaid managed care organizations, Medicare Advantage plans, and commercial insurers. This role reports to the General Counsel and operates as the organization’s primary compliance and privacy leader.

You will oversee the company’s compliance program with a focus on healthcare and Medicaid related regulatory requirements. The role includes developing and implementing compliance policies, leading responses to client audits, conducting internal investigations and risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to laws governing healthcare operations, privacy, and employment practices. You will serve as the primary compliance and privacy officer, advise internal teams on monitoring and escalation processes, and lead training on topics such as HIPAA, fraud and abuse, and workplace compliance. The role also involves managing regulatory inquiries, overseeing data privacy compliance related to PHI and PII, and reporting program updates and risks to senior leadership and the board.

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, law, business, or a related field and have at least seven years of professional experience, including three years in healthcare compliance or regulatory affairs. Strong knowledge of HIPAA, fraud and abuse laws, and experience building compliance programs, conducting audits, and managing cross functional initiatives is required.

Salary range: $180,000 to $210,000

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Walmart — Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives, Corporate Sustainability, Waste & Circularity (Bentonville, AR)

Walmart is hiring a Senior Director of Corporate Sustainability to lead enterprise strategy on waste reduction and circularity across Walmart U.S., Sam’s Club, and international markets. This role focuses on reducing operational waste, food loss, and packaging waste while advancing the company’s circular economy goals.

You will develop and execute Walmart’s waste and materials circularity strategy, including zero waste operations, food loss reduction, and packaging optimization. The role includes managing KPI tracking, building implementation roadmaps, and leading cross functional collaboration with Operations, Supply Chain, Facilities, Merchandising, Procurement, and Technology teams. You will also manage innovation pipelines for circular materials and packaging, oversee ESG disclosures related to waste and circularity, and represent Walmart in industry coalitions, policy discussions, and sustainability forums.

This position leads a team of sustainability professionals and requires strong experience managing enterprise wide initiatives, influencing stakeholders across complex organizations, and integrating sustainability strategy into core business operations. Candidates should have deep knowledge of waste systems, food systems, packaging innovation, and circular economy policy frameworks such as extended producer responsibility.

Salary range: $130,000 to $260,000.

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Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani — Food & Agriculture Litigation Attorney (Dallas, TX)

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, a national Am Law 100 firm with offices in all 50 states, is seeking attorneys to join its Trial Team in Dallas. This hybrid role focuses on defending clients in the food and agriculture sector in complex, nationwide litigation matters.

You will support litigation involving regulatory and industry related disputes affecting food and agricultural businesses. The role includes legal research, drafting motions and pleadings, managing discovery, and assisting with hearings, depositions, and trials. Attorneys will work closely with clients and senior litigators while developing litigation strategy and managing case responsibilities.

Candidates must hold a JD and be licensed to practice in Texas, with at least three years of experience in food and agriculture litigation or regulatory practice. Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are required. Motions and discovery experience is preferred.

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