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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids — Legal Director, Food & Nutrition Policy (Washington, DC)

The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is seeking a Legal Director to lead its Food and Nutrition Policy Program within the Global Health Advocacy Incubator. This role oversees legal strategy, policy analysis, and strategic litigation efforts that support global advocacy campaigns aimed at improving food systems and public health outcomes.

Responsibilities include leading a team of public health lawyers, providing strategic guidance on legislative and regulatory analysis, and supporting the development and implementation of policy advocacy campaigns. The role also involves overseeing strategic litigation efforts, advising on legal frameworks across jurisdictions, coordinating with global partners, and contributing to program leadership and growth. The Legal Director will play a central role in integrating legal strategy into broader public health initiatives.

Candidates should have a J.D. or LL.M. and at least 10 years of experience in legal, legislative, or litigation work related to public health or development issues, along with leadership experience managing legal teams. International experience is required, and experience in food and nutrition policy, consumer protection, or corporate accountability is preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills are essential.

Salary Range:$120,000.00 To $150,000.00

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Wild Farm Alliance — Co-Director (Remote – California)

Wild Farm Alliance is seeking a Co-Director to join the organization during a leadership transition and help guide its next phase of growth. This role operates within a shared leadership model, partnering with an existing Co-Director to oversee strategy, programs, fundraising, and organizational operations while advancing the organization’s mission to integrate agriculture with biodiversity and ecological health.

Responsibilities include co-leading strategic planning, managing programs and partnerships, overseeing fundraising and communications, and ensuring strong organizational and financial management. The role also involves working closely with farmers, conservation partners, and agencies, while supporting staff development and maintaining alignment with the organization’s mission and values. The Co-Director will help expand WFA’s impact across initiatives focused on habitat restoration, biodiversity, and resilient agricultural systems.

Candidates should have at least 8 years of leadership experience in a mission-driven organization, with a background in agriculture, conservation, or related fields preferred. Strong experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and collaborative leadership is required, along with the ability to manage teams and build partnerships across sectors. Familiarity with California’s agricultural and conservation landscape is preferred.

Salary range: $85,000 to $100,000.

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Monday, April 6, 2026

NYC Mayor’s Office of Food Policy — Food Procurement Strategy Advisor (New York, NY)

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Food Policy is seeking a Food Procurement Strategy Advisor to lead and support strategic food purchasing initiatives across city agencies. This role focuses on aligning procurement practices with public health, sustainability, and equity goals, while supporting large-scale food programs that serve millions of meals annually.

Responsibilities include managing end-to-end procurement processes, coordinating across agencies, ensuring compliance with city and state procurement rules, and evaluating vendor performance. The role also involves developing sourcing strategies, supporting vendor engagement and education, managing food traceability data, and producing reports to assess procurement outcomes. The Advisor will collaborate with multiple city agencies and external partners to strengthen supply chains and advance policy-driven purchasing initiatives.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or contract management, with experience in food systems or related industries preferred. Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, project management, and stakeholder coordination is required, along with the ability to analyze data and support policy-driven decision-making.

Salary range: $100,000 to $110,000.

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

Carbon180 — Government Affairs Advisor (Washington, DC)

Carbon180 is seeking a Government Affairs Advisor to support its mission to scale carbon removal solutions through federal policy and advocacy. This role works closely with the Government Affairs team to advance congressional and administrative strategies, with a focus on climate, agriculture, and forestry policy.

Responsibilities include tracking legislation, hearings, and policy developments, building relationships with congressional offices and partner organizations, and supporting strategic planning across teams. The role also involves managing databases and tracking engagement, coordinating meetings and events, and representing the organization in policy discussions and external engagements.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience in government, nonprofit, or public policy roles, with knowledge of legislative processes and issue advocacy related to climate, energy, or environmental policy. Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Salary range: $121,959 to $130,993.

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American Farmland Trust — Illinois Farmland Protection Specialist (Remote)

American Farmland Trust is seeking an Illinois Farmland Protection Specialist to support agricultural land conservation efforts across the state, with a focus on the Chicago metro region. This role works closely with the Natural Resources Conservation Service to advance farmland protection through conservation easement programs and support long-term agricultural viability.

Responsibilities include supporting the implementation of NRCS easement programs, particularly the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, providing outreach and technical assistance to land trusts and public programs, and helping coordinate and track land protection projects. The role also involves working with partners to build capacity, ensuring projects stay on schedule, and supporting conservation practices on protected land.

Candidates should have experience in agriculture, land conservation, natural resources, or a related field, with strong communication and project management skills. Familiarity with conservation easements and the Illinois land trust landscape is preferred. The role requires the ability to work with diverse stakeholders and manage projects across teams in a remote environment.

Salary range: $65,000 to $70,000.

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Tuesday, March 31, 2026

School for Moral Ambition — US Food System Reform Fellowship

The School for Moral Ambition is seeking applicants for its US Food System Reform Fellowship, a program designed to place experienced professionals inside organizations working to reform how food is produced and consumed in the United States. The fellowship focuses on building capacity within the food system reform movement, particularly in areas such as policy, advocacy, and campaign strategy.

The program begins with intensive fundraising training, followed by a one-month training in Amsterdam and the United States covering advocacy, policy, and strategy. Fellows then spend six months embedded within leading food system reform organizations, contributing directly to ongoing campaigns and initiatives. The fellowship is designed to address key gaps in funding and talent within the movement.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of professional experience in fields such as marketing, communications, consulting, finance, economics, or public policy. A background in food systems is not required. The ideal candidate brings strong transferable skills and an interest in working on food system reform and animal agriculture issues.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with Round 1 closing April 27.

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FoodChainID — Regulatory Affairs Expert (Food & Food Ingredients, EU)

FoodChainID is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Expert to support food and food ingredient compliance, with a focus on European Union regulatory frameworks. This role works across internal teams and with clients to ensure regulatory content is accurate, current, and actionable, while serving as a key subject matter expert in food law and compliance.

Responsibilities include maintaining and updating regulatory content, identifying gaps in coverage, and supporting product development across platforms. The role involves direct client interaction, answering regulatory questions, managing key accounts, and collaborating with business development to support growth. The position also includes participating in consulting projects, engaging with regulators when needed, and tracking emerging regulatory trends in food labeling, claims, and ingredient compliance.

Candidates should have hands-on experience in food regulatory compliance, including labeling, formulation review, and global regulatory frameworks, with EU expertise required. Strong communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential, along with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance.

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7 Brew Coffee — Associate General Counsel (Springdale, AR)

7 Brew Coffee is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join its in-house legal team as the company continues rapid expansion across its franchise network. This role supports legal needs across vendor contracts, franchise operations, and general business matters, working closely with internal teams including marketing, supply chain, operations, and technology.

Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements such as vendor contracts, service agreements, NDAs, and licensing agreements, as well as assisting with franchise agreements, transfers, renewals, and Franchise Disclosure Document updates. The role also involves conducting legal research on regulatory and tax matters and providing practical legal guidance to support business operations in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must hold a J.D. and be licensed in good standing, with 0–3 years of legal experience. Law firm, clerkship, or in-house experience is required, and experience with commercial contracts is preferred. Strong communication, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.

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