Project Manager for Ag-Tech Startup

ripe.io is hiring a Project Manager.
 
Role and Responsibilities

The Project Manager will support our Sales, Farm-to-Fork and Product Development Team in managing the deployment of customers projects. Customers include stakeholders across the food supply chain, such as Consumer Goods, Seed companies, Produce Growers, Industry Associations, etc.

The Project Manager will perform tasks instrumental to the deployment of ripe.io’s technologies such as creating initial project plans, customer process interviews, organizing data acquisition flow, and ensuring deadlines and milestones are reached according to the projects’ timeline.
Qualifications and Education Requirements

The Project Manager must have experience in managing complex projects in the agriculture, food and/or supply chain sectors, involving multiple concurrent projects, internal and external stakeholders and with tight timeline deliverables. Attention to detail and organizational skills are crucial for this position.
Preferred Skills

· Strong interest in Agriculture, Food Systems and/or Food Sciences.

· Experience in managing and organizing various datasets.

· Ability to work independently and take initiative

· Very strong work organization and team coordination skills

· Great communicator, positive energy, natural leader.

· Demonstrated experience managing virtual teams.
nice to haves but not required

· Experience with small business / startup environments

· Specific knowledge and experience working in the Food Supply Chain or with sensor/IOT technology

Application deadline is Feb. 15 2019. Please send cover letter and resume to jobs@ripe.io. 

SC Policy Coordinator - Carolina Farm Stewardship Association

The South Carolina policy coordinator is a full-time, grant-funded position with the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA). The South Carolina policy coordinator will report to the policy director and work closely with other CFSA staff, CFSA members, and aligned organizations to advocate for policy change at the federal and state levels for the benefit of local and organic food and agriculture in South Carolina.
This position is remote and will be based within reasonable commuting distance to Columbia, SC. Some travel within SC and to NC is required.

ABOUT CFSA
CFSA is a member-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. CFSA’s mission is to help people grow and eat local, organic food. We do this by advocating for fair farm and food policies, training farmers on sustainable practices, building the systems that organic family farms need to thrive, and educating communities about local, organic farming. We support sustainable farming that is good for consumers, good for farmers and farm workers, and good for the land.

JOB SUMMARY
Work with CFSA’s policy team to develop advocacy goals, organize CFSA’s South Carolina members and allies to advocate for specific policy solutions to achieve those goals, educate state and federal policymakers on issues of importance to the local and organic food and farming community, spearhead and oversee grassroots communications campaigns in support of CFSA’s policy goals, and support CFSA’s organizational allies in South Carolina to demonstrate CFSA’s commitment to and impact on agriculture in South Carolina.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Policy Advocacy (90%)

• Work with Policy Director to create and implement advocacy campaigns to strengthen local, organic food and farming policies at the state and federal levels, including government relations work with elected and appointed officials.
• Engage CFSA members and stakeholder communities in conversation and advocacy work across South Carolina virtually and in person.
• Develop and maintain relationships with policy-makers, agency staff, and key partners critical to the achievement of CFSA’s mission.
• Monitor state-level legislative and regulatory proposals and organize CFSA’s response to issues relevant to CFSA’s policy priorities and overall mission.
• Coordinate CFSA’s grassroots and grasstops response to federal policy issues among South Carolina members and allies.

Admin (10%)

• Identify and pursue, with assistance from other CFSA staff, funding opportunities to support policy initiatives.
• Participate in work planning with the policy team, provide input on grant and board reports, policy team check-ins, and staff meetings.
• Manage and comply with all certification and recordkeeping requirements placed on lobbyists by the state of South Carolina.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years of government relations experience (paid or unpaid)
  • Or four years of government relations experience (paid or unpaid) and a BA.
  • Or two years of government relations experience (paid or unpaid) and an advanced degree (for example, a J.D. or a master’s degree in public policy).
• Knowledge of the political and legislative environment in South Carolina.
• Volunteer or professional experience in legislative advocacy.
• Demonstrated success working on policy campaigns focused on legislative or administrative policymakers.
• Self-directed, organized, and capable of successful work outside of a traditional office structure.
• Proven ability to work well within a team, and with individuals, both internal and external, with diverse viewpoints.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Passion for CFSA’s mission and vision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with food and/or agricultural policy at the state or federal levels; specific knowledge of the Carolinas’ food system preferred.
• Ability to analyze legislation and regulations in terms of their impact on CFSA’s members, including the ability to identify systemic problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Strong existing networks of farmers, policymakers, and/or agriculture leaders in South Carolina.

CFSA offers a competitive non-profit salary, with compensation for this position ranging from $40,000 to $45,000, depending on experience, with generous vacation, health insurance, and retirement benefits. For Columbia-based staff, CFSA will provide some reimbursement for the maintenance of a home office and for most costs related to employment-related travel.
CFSA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of color and women.
To apply for the SC Policy Coordinator Job, please submit:

• Your resume;
• Names and contact information for three professional references accompanied by a brief explanation of the professional relationship you and your reference share; and
• A cover letter that includes responses to the three questions below. We will enjoy reading fewer words than the limits allow.
  • How has your education or work (paid or unpaid) prepared you to walk into the State House and advocate for CFSA’s members? (150-word max.)
  • How did you acquire a working understanding of the legislative and political environment in South Carolina? (150-word max.)
  • Describe an advocacy campaign you worked on, including your role in the work, the outcome, and how you believe your experience will inform your work at CFSA if you are hired. (250-word max.)

Applications must be submitted as a single .pdf saved as your first and last name. Send the document to apply@carolinafarmstewards.org with “SC Policy Coordinator” in the subject line. You will receive electronic confirmation of your email submission. No calls, please.
Applications for the SC Policy Coordinator Job are due by February 15, 2019. The anticipated start date is April 1, 2019.

Nutrition Specialist (Non-Attorney) - Trader Joe's

Like shopping at Trader Joe's? Then, maybe you'll love working with us. We are looking for an experienced Nutrition Specialist who is searching to do what they'll love! Do you have a critical eye for detail and enjoy working in a fast paced environment? If so, read on! We may the role of a lifetime for you!

Trader Joe's is unlike any place you've ever worked. Trust us on that. The qualified Nutrition Specialist has a minimum of 2 years' experience in FDA/USDA food labeling regulations. A Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or Nutrition. Registered Dietitian or Masters preferred. This role is based in our office Boston, MA.

The position is responsible for:

• Technical reviews of product specifications, nutrition facts, ingredient and allergen statements, and packaging artwork to ensure compliance with federal regulations and Trader Joe's labeling standards.
• Identify regulatory issues, provides resolution and offer suggestions when working on new product labels or product reformulations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external teams to establish priorities and balance speed with the need for documentation and accuracy.
• Support the Customer Relations team in responding to technical nutrition and science based customer and store Crew inquires.

Key ingredients we are looking for:

• Critical eye for detail and accuracy.
• Resourceful, self-motivated, and works well in fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Food Database Programs (e.g. ESHA Genesis).

A full job description may be found here.

Regulatory Specialist - Humane Society of the United States

The Humane Society Legislative Fund, (HSLF) formed in 2004 as a separate lobbying affiliate of The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is seeking a Regulatory Specialist. The main responsibility of this position is to encourage the development and enforcement of rules and regulations that support the protection of animals at federal government agencies.
A full job description may be found here.

Litigation Fellow - Humane Society of the United States

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation’s most effective animal protection organization, is seeking a Litigation Fellow, for the Companion Animals and Equine Team. This position will be responsible for drafting briefs, legal pleadings, petitions and comment letters, and conducting legal and factual research relating to animal protection, specifically as it pertains to companion animals and horses.
A full job description may be found here.

Corporate Counsel - Starbucks

As Starbucks corporate counsel – Food, Regulatory and Marketing, you will support our labeling and nutrition team and other regulatory and quality assurance compliance functions in a variety of areas, including food safety and product claims. You will also advise on marketing campaigns, including marketing collateral, draft and negotiate commercial contracts (for example, agency services, licensing, and sponsorship agreements). You will collaborate with and advise clients, and serve as our business clients’ conduit into other legal support areas. Successful candidates will bring to the role a clear understanding of the legal issues associated with a global food and beverage retailer.

Leveraging your previous experience, we will enable you to:

• Guide – Provide strategic legal counseling to the leaders of Starbucks Global Food Safety, Quality Assurance & Regulatory, and Marketing organizations, as well as the adjacent businesses and functions they collaborate with and support.
• Collaborate – Team with other Law &Corporate Affairs partners to provide cross-functional support for a variety of business units, including on matters of intellectual property, store operations, retail licensing, procurement, distribution, and litigation.
• Support – Play a key role for the Law & Corporate Affairs team that provides legal support to these key functions, including partnering with paralegals and other department staff members.

A full job description may be found here.

General Mills Counsel, Marketing and Commercial

General Mills is one of the world’s leading marketers, promoting brands like Cheerios, Nature Valley, Haagen-Dazs, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Totino’s, and Annie’s in markets around the world. Modern marketing can be extraordinarily varied and complex, often mixing traditional advertising elements (like television or digital advertising) with social media campaigns, celebrity endorsements, entertainment tie-ins, and many other elements. We are looking for an in-house counsel to help us support the full range of these marketing activities by, among other things, ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements, responding to proposed regulatory changes, and negotiating contracts with a variety of business partners. This attorney will also provide support for certain marketing and sales activities within our Convenience & Foodservice segment and/or our North American Retail business, as well as for certain commercial transactions led by our Sourcing organization.

• Advise the company’s “Global Marketing” and “Brand Building Services” organizations on a variety of legal issues affecting marketing activities, including global consumer privacy and data protection issues, as well as general marketing, advertising, and promotion law issues
• Propose and implement policies, procedures, guidance materials, and training initiatives to support the above
• Keep informed of new laws and regulations around the world affecting the marketing and labelling of food products. Collaborate with the company’s Government Affairs organization to promote the company’s interest in relation to proposed regulatory initiatives in this arena
• Draft and negotiate contracts to support marketing initiatives (including partners like movie studios, celebrities, service providers, and others), corporate sourcing activities, and commercial arrangements with Convenience & Foodservice customers
• Advise the company’s North American Retail food business, particularly its natural & organic foods operating unit, on a variety of marketing, sales, and food law issues. Provide similar support for the company’s Convenience & Foodservice business
• Advise on sales, distribution, and antitrust issues (e.g., Robinson-Patman, trade programs, category management, terms of sale)
• Participate as legal representative on cross-functional teams

A full job description may be found here.

Food Project Fellow - Public Justice

Public Justice’s Food Project works to address the fact that our current industrialized factory farm system allows a few corporate actors to exercise extraordinary legal, legislative, electoral, communications, and market power, to the detriment of independent farmers, animals, the land, water, consumers, and the public. Our vision is part of the good food movement’s vision for a food and animal agriculture system that is just, sustainable and accountable. To attain our vision, Public Justice’s Food Project uses cutting‐edge litigation that is coordinated with the larger good food movement to redress the structural and institutional inequities on which the current system relies. Our work falls under the following tactical umbrellas: (1) forcing the industrialized factory farm model to internalize impacts on farmed animals, neighboring communities, food chain workers, and the environment; (2) challenging misleading narratives, including consumer product information, and industry‐sponsored laws that block transparency or seek to disguise the true nature of industrial production; (3) combating corporate consolidation and dominance of markets on behalf of independent producers; and (4) aligning ourselves with independent farmers and rural communities against an administration that purports to speak for these constituencies, but instead perpetuates corporate power.

 The fellow would work with Food Project attorneys and other staff attorneys to develop and implement new legal strategies in one or more of these areas, expanding the Project’s tactics and docket. For example, we would be interested in speaking with candidates about ways to use environmental litigation to protect agricultural workers and their families, develop and implement a campaign to challenge laws that limit factory farms’ liability, or expand our efforts to obtain and publicize records that document the harms caused by industrial agriculture. Public Justice’s Food Project Attorneys will enthusiastically collaborate with candidates on any funding proposals.

A full job description may be found here.