Policy Manager, Mississippi River Water Initiative - National Audobon Society (Washington, D.C.)(Holly Springs, MS)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/5472/policy-manager%2c-mississippi-river-water-initiative/job

The Policy Manager, Mississippi River Water Initiative supports policy efforts and government affairs functions to advance Audubon’s mission and bird conservation objectives. Reporting to the Policy Director, Water Conservation the role serve as a part of the Mississippi River team and works in collaboration with other national, regional, and state policy and program staff, as well as external partners. The Policy Manager plays a key role in implementing Audubon’s vision for transformative water policy solutions by helping to mobilize our effective conservation network of Audubon members and supporters and builds relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.

National Environmental Leadership 2024-2025 Fellowship - Rachel Carson Council (Remote)

 For more information and how to apply, see here: https://apply.workable.com/rachel-carson-council/j/734BA9FB58/

"In three pages or less, describe your project or campaign. Your project idea must relate to environmental justice, ocean advocacy, anti fossil fuels, biomass, renewable energy, food insecurity, or sustainable agriculture. In your proposal, be sure to highlight how your project is related to environmental justice, sustainability, or the climate crisis. Further, be sure to explain what drew you to this issue, how you have exhibited leadership, and a proposal of how you hope to achieve your goals. In addition to learning about your issue and your plan, we are interested in your background in environmental work, how the fellowship program will benefit you, why you feel deeply about your issue, and how it connects to the goals of the Rachel Carson Council."

Deadline to apply is March 1st, 2024.

Law Associate Fellow - Center for Advancing Sustainable and Distributed Fertilizer Production at Texas Tech University (Lubbock, TX)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.casfer.us/jobs/post-terminal-degree-law-associate-fellow

The position involves research and writing in the law and policy of water quality and nutrient loading caused by non-point sources.

Candidates possess a J.D. or PhD earned within the past several years or expected before January 1, 2024; a strong academic record; excellent analytical and writing skills; and demonstrated interest and background in environmental or water law and policy. Previous experience in law practice or policy is helpful but not necessary. Scientific, technical, or economic skills related to public policy analysis are helpful but not necessary qualifications.

Staff Attorney, Cannabis Law & Policy - Legal Resource Center for Public Health Policy at University of Maryland Carey School of Law (Baltimore, MD)

 For more information and how to apply, see here: https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/umb_faculty+and+post+docs/jobdetail.ftl?job=24000042&lang=en

The Staff Attorney will provide legal technical assistance to state and local public health departments and other executive agencies, legislators, law enforcement, government attorneys, community-based organizations, and judges and judicial staff in Maryland on a broad range of cannabis law and policy issues.  Essential duties include but are not limited to providing brief telephone advice, preparing written responses to requests for assistance, developing educational resources and policy papers on specific issues, tracking and summarizing state and federal cannabis legislation and regulations, developing model laws and policies, and conducting in-person and virtual training sessions. The position may include extensive in-state travel. Other reasonably related duties may be assigned. 

Senior Director, Climate and Agriculture Policy and Strategy - Meridian Institute (Washington, D.C.)

 For more info and how to apply, see here: https://merid.org/senior-director-climate-agriculture-policy-and-strategy/

Meridian Institute  has an immediate opening for a Senior Director, Climate and Agriculture Policy and Strategy. This role is based in our Washington, DC office and works in a hybrid manner with flexibility to work remotely.

Meridian is a nonprofit consultancy that engages in dynamic problem solving with global leaders in business, government, civil society, philanthropy, and beyond.

A full job description can be found here: https://merid.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Senior-Director-Climate-and-Agriculture-Policy-and-Strategy.pdf

Associate Director of Foundation Relations - The Good Food Institute (GLI)(Remote)

 For more info and how to apply, see here: https://gfi.org/job/?gh_jid=7092517002

The Good Food Institute (GFI) is a nonprofit think tank working to make the global food system better for the planet, people, and animals. Alongside scientists, businesses, and policymakers, GFI’s teams focus on making plant-based, fermentation-enabled, and cultivated meat delicious, affordable, and accessible. Powered by philanthropy, GFI is an international network of organizations advancing alternative proteins as an essential solution needed to meet the world’s climate, global health, food security, and biodiversity goals. 

In this role, you will direct and build a portfolio of foundation donors and prospects that will fuel our work to transform animal agriculture, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve natural resources, and prevent animal suffering on a massive scale. 

 For more info and how to apply, see here: https://gfi.org/job/?gh_jid=7092517002

Policy Associate - Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI)(Remote)

For more information and to apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2166573

CSPI seeks a Policy Associate to support our advocacy for healthy, values-aligned government food purchasing and service at the state, local, and corporate levels. Our campaign goal is to increase the proportion of food purchased and served by public institutions (including correctional facilities, hospitals, universities, and government agencies) that supports healthy diets and a sustainable, just food system.

This is an early career position and will report to the Senior Policy Associate. The anticipated start date is late March or early April 2024. This is a 12-month, grant-funded position with likelihood of extension. The position can be based in CSPI’s DC office, where we offer a hybrid work environment, or remotely within the United States. 

AVP/VP Food and Agribusiness - Farm Credit Mid-America (Remote)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3798691555

Our Associate Vice President (AVP)/Vice President (VP) Food and Agribusiness is primarily responsible for business development with customers, financial partners, and industry contacts, while maintaining customer relationships, structuring loans, and providing ongoing maintenance of complex, corporate clients. Clients and prospects may be engaged in the processing/manufacturing of protein, dairy, grain/agronomy, fruits, nuts, vegetables, timber/forest products, or work within other agricultural disciplines. The AVP/VP Food and Agribusiness will act as the primary contact for customers within our Lending Service Area (LSA) and focus on multi-million-dollar deals that typically take two or more years to develop and close.