Associate Director, Programs; The Food Group / Minnesota Food Association

The Food Group / Minnesota Food Association is now hiring!

The Food Group (TFG) is a local nonprofit focused on advancing healthy food
access. Established in 1976, they provide nutritious food and support services
to over 240 hunger relief partners and food distribution locations.

In April 2017, Minnesota Food Association/Big River Farms (MFA) became a
program of TFG. By combining two important components of the food system that
have mostly been separate, this partnership is on the cutting edge of
community work. Our newly joined efforts will focus on breaking down the
barriers that exist for sustainable farmers to grow good food locally while
also fighting the barriers that exist to getting good food to those who need
it most.

The Associate Director, Programs is a full time, salaried position. This
position is responsible for ensuring Minnesota Food Association’s (MFA)
programs have the ability to create a sustainable food system, develop
commercially viable farmers, and leading The Food Group’s Micro Farm in New
Hope, gleaning and all other produce programming.  Read the full description,
and how to apply, here.

https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=FoodGroup&jobId=55587&lang=en_US&source=CC3

People of Color and LGBTQ people are strongly encouraged to apply. The Food
Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications will be accepted until July 17th, 2017.

Questions, contact Anita Berg at aberg@thefoodgroupmn.org

Opportunity for the Recognition of Outstanding Student Research

Opportunity for the Recognition of Outstanding Student Research by applying for the Thomas Marchione Award

Honoring the seminal academic and humanitarian work of Thomas J. Marchione, this award is given to an MA, MS or Ph.D. student whose active engagement in food security and food sovereignty issues continues and expands Dr. Marchione’s efforts toward food justice, food access, and food as a human right. The award can be in recognition of exemplary work completed or in progress, or for proposed work in the field of food as a human right and the social justice aspects of food systems.
Ideally, the recipient will be working towards, in Dr. Marchione’s words, “the best and more sustainable approaches to fulfill the right to food.” There will be one annual award of $750 (this will include a 1 year student membership to the American Anthropological Association and the Society for the Anthropology of Food and Nutrition). The award may be for proposed or in-process research or a research prize for completed work.

Eligibility: Open to Masters and Doctoral level students who will have completed their coursework and research proposal by the time of the annual American Anthropological Association meeting in the discipline of anthropology or allied fields (e.g. sociology, food studies, nutrition, etc.). Students already engaged in relevant research, action or advocacy may apply in acknowledgement of their accomplishments. Proposals must be focused on migrant and/or refugee communities in the United States or on developing world countries.

For more details on the award requirements, please go to the website of the Society for the Anthropology of Food and Nutrition: https://foodanthro.com/thomas-marchione-award/

DEADLINE: JULY 14, 2017

Submit your application to Amy Trubek via email at atrubek@uvm.edu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Senior Associate in Policy for the Safe Food Project, Pew Charitable Trusts

Project Overview Pew's Safe Food Project seeks to modernize and strengthen federal government oversight of meat and poultry safety in order to better protect public health and undertake additional initiatives to reduce foodborne illness. Position Overview The Senior Associate, based in Pew's Washington, D.C., office, will inform and influence public policy by providing research and programmatic support to achieve the goals of the project. This will include expanding subject matter expertise in food safety law and policy, in particular oversight of meat and poultry as well as law and policy related to public health; participating in the execution of the project's research and outreach goals; drafting legislative language and supporting materials concerning safety oversight of meat and poultry production and assisting with convening meetings and stakeholder communications.

Reporting to the Project Director, the Senior Associate will also work with Pew colleagues in communications, research, government relations, human resources, and other areas. The position has a set time frame that could be extended based on the success of the program, funding sources, and board decisions on continued support.

Under the direction of the Project Director and guidance of other staff, contribute to policy advocacy and outreach efforts:

- Play a major role in developing strategies to modernize safety oversight of meat and poultry and in participating in the project's activities related to the coalition advocating for meat and poultry modernization legislation.

- Assist in planning, organizing, and coordinating in-person and online convenings of advocacy groups, policy makers and other key audiences, including meetings hosted or sponsored by Pew and briefings on Capitol Hill.

- Collaborate with the communications and government relations teams to generate materials and presentations for outreach to the media, policymakers, and key stakeholders related to food safety and ensure that materials are timely, accurate, and relevant.

- Communicate with and cultivate relationships between Pew and key stakeholders, including scientific and medical professional societies; state and federal legislative, regulatory, and public health officials and policy makers; agricultural producers; food retailers; advocacy groups; members of the public; and other domestic and international stakeholders. Under the direction of the Project Director and guidance of others:

- Expand on an already-existing knowledge of issues related to food safety law and policy, particularly as it relates to meat and poultry.

- Proactively identify, monitor and influence the positions of key stakeholders and thought leaders on meat and poultry safety issues. Under the direction of the Project Director and guidance of other staff, contribute to research and publication efforts:

- Define and research key policy issues related to oversight of meat and poultry production and to public health that will support the project's legislative and/or policy goals.

- Draft documents related to project and, review and edit reports and other documents from staff, consultants and/or stakeholders.

- Contribute to and participate in broader Trusts-related projects and activities as requested.

- A bachelor's degree in a research or policy-related discipline required. Professional or advanced degree in law, public policy, or research-related field preferred.

- Minimum of four years directly related professional experience in public policy or research.

- Prior to commencing employment with Pew, candidates for this position who were registered to lobby in any jurisdiction must certify termination of previous registration(s) and provide copies of termination notices with said jurisdiction(s) to Pew.

- Knowledge of animal agriculture and food safety laws and policies.

- Excellent applied research and analytical skills, including a proven ability to comprehend scientific research, synthesize large amounts of scientific information, identify themes, and present the information to an informed general audience.

- Ability to focus quickly on the essence of an issue, as well as to identify, understand, and synthesize different policy perspectives.

- Excellent oral and written skills, including an ease in communicating complex concepts and issues in a clear, effective manner for policy and general audiences.

- Demonstrated project- and time-management skills, including the ability to think strategically, juggle multiple priorities, adjust to changing circumstances, resolve problems creatively and logically, organize time efficiently and remain attentive to details.

- Ability to work professionally and collegiality within a creative, fast-paced corporate culture that emphasizes excellence and teamwork.

Compensation and Benefits As this is a full-time position, we offer a competitive salary and complete benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to help you maintain a good balance.

Travel This position is expected to include occasional overnight travel for meetings and conferences. The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

For more information and to apply, visit the Pew Charitable Trust website. 

Extension Assistant Professor, NC State University, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences

The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ARE) in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University is seeking applications to fill a non-tenure track Extension Assistant Professor position in the area of Agricultural Law. The effort split for the position will be 70% Extension and 30% Academic.

The position will develop an extension program that will include publishing through a wide variety of media including peer reviewed publications, factsheets, and web-based materials in the area of Agricultural Law. Presentations to a wide variety of audiences on a broad range of timely agricultural law topics will be a vital component of the extension program. It will also include providing training for professionals including county extension faculty, attorneys, appraisers, and certified foresters. It will also include, but not limited to, county and other programs on topics that include agritourism, voluntary agricultural district programs, conservation, estate planning, transition of farm businesses, energy Issues, business organizational structures, food safety, farm land preservation, liability management, farm labor, and environmental compliance. It is expected that the program will include working with the North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina State government agencies. The successful candidate will be expected to become a state, national, and internationally recognized expert and leader in the Agricultural Law.

The teaching component of the position includes instructing two undergraduate courses per year. The classes could include agricultural law, environmental law, or other courses on an as needed basis. There is also opportunity to teach distance education overload. Performance will be assessed along several dimensions: the success of the extension program; effective teaching at the undergraduate level; and service to the department, college, university and scholarly organizations. Willingness to participate in interdisciplinary collaborations across academic units is a plus.

Inclusiveness and diversity are critical to the success of the College and University as a whole. Therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to foster an environment that is respectful and welcoming of all groups. The department will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To view the full posting and to apply, visit the NC State University Human Resources Website. 

Analyst in Environmental Policy, Library of Congress

Job Overview

About the Agency

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) Resources, Science and Industry Division (RSI) is seeking an Analyst in Environmental Policy with a focus on environmental policy and science related to air quality and emissions control. Analyst duties include preparing objective, non-partisan analytical studies and descriptive background reports on issues of national significance; providing personal consultation and assistance to congressional committees, Members, and staff on public policy issues throughout the legislative process; and participating in or leading team research projects and seminars. The employee is also expected to develop over time the skills necessary to provide public policy and legislative analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff at increasingly sophisticated levels.

CRS works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill for more than a century.

CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential, objective, and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public policy issues of interest to its Members and committees.

The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustment for the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

While it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous federal service will generally be paid the minimum step of that grade.

This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position.

The tour of duty for this position is full-time.

The position description number for this position is 4748.

The incumbent of this position is eligible to work a flexitime or compflex work schedule.

RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED FOR THE PERSON(S) SELECTED UNDER THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT.




View the full posting and apply via the USA Jobs website.

Policy Director (interim, potential to become permanent), National Family Farm Coalition

Policy Director (interim, potential to become permanent); National Family Farm Coalition

Location: Washington, D.C.

Organizational Description
National Family Farm Coalition (NFFC) unites and strengthens the work of its diverse grassroots member organizations to demand viable livelihoods for family farmers, fishermen and workers; safe and healthy food for all; and economically and environmentally sound rural communities. Founded in 1987, NFFC is a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization committed to fair prices and equitable access to credit, USDA programs and other essential resources for all, including minority, producers.

Job Description

NFFC seeks a determined, committed and creative individual as Interim Policy Director to bring the concerns of NFFC member organizations to Capitol Hill and the Administration and to track family farm-related legislation, including the next Farm Bill. The candidate should have extensive knowledge of farm policy (or closely related issue) and Capitol Hill advocacy, as well as enthusiasm for and expertise in building membership capacity and alliances working for fair federal policies.

Position will be based at the NFFC office in Washington, DC; periodic travel is required.
                                                                                      
Primary Job Functions

Advocate for a strong family farm and rural agenda in Washington, DC:

Support member organizations’ priorities on federal farm and fishery policy through direct and grassroots advocacy to Congress and federal agencies;

Facilitate training and travel for Coalition members making lobby visits to DC;

Coordinate and/or conduct research and analysis on the implications of federal legislation and budget appropriations on family farmers and fishermen;

Maintain regular communications with Coalition staff, membership and key allies, including actions and responses around policy advocacy;

Develop and maintain relationships with key allies and public officials.

Experience and Knowledge

3-5 years of public policy, legislative, communications, and/or grassroots organizing, including work with rural communities and in Washington, DC;

Existing relationships with key players at the federal level in family farm/fisheries, food and trade policies;

Demonstrated commitment to racial, social and economic justice with significant experience working with persons of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages and personalities;

Coordinating and nurturing geographically dispersed and culturally diverse coalitions, including leadership development;

Excellent written and verbal communications skills;

Professional attitude, strong ethics and willingness to learn and grow;

Social media platforms and MS Office (or similar) software.                             

Salary and Benefits

This is a nine-month interim position with the potential to become permanent. Compensation is commensurate with experience; please submit salary requirements. A competitive benefits package is included.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We carefully consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, class, national origin, family status, age, disability, marital status, ancestry, veteran status, or sexual orientation. 

Contact Information

Interested parties should send cover letter, resume, salary requirements and three references to familyfarmcoalition@gmail.com  at their earliest convenience.

 

Senior Manager II, Sustainability, Corporate Affairs, Walmart Corporate

This is a Senior Manager II role in Corporate Affairs. The role involves being a subject matter expert in sustainability, requiring an ability to understand complex sustainability science and emerging issues and make thoughtful judgments for the company. This role involves managing external relationships with suppliers and NGOs, being an consultant for the business teams on more sustainable products and supply chains and being a strong corporate affairs athlete in supporting communications and stakeholder relationships on behalf of the company. The portfolio of work with focus on leading our company strategy to more sustainably source key commodities. It will also support the sustainability program in our global produce business, including produce specs, local sourcing, small holder sourcing, pesticides, etc.


To view the full posting and to apply, visit the Walmart careers website.

Program Officer, Wallace Center, Winrock International

POSITION TITLE: Program Officer, Wallace Center

LOCATION: Arlington, VA

GROUP: Agriculture & Enterprise

UNIT: Wallace Center

REPORTS TO: Programs Director, Wallace Center

DESIRED START DATE: April 2017 (exact dates flexible)

 BACKGROUND:

The Wallace Center at Winrock International is a national leader in sustainable and equitable food systems development that supports entrepreneurs and communities as they build a new, 21st century food system that is healthier for people, the environment, and the economy. To achieve this vision, the Center builds and strengthens linkages in the emerging chain of businesses and civic efforts focused on making good food—healthy, green, fair, and affordable food—an everyday reality in every community. The Wallace Center is a unit within the Enterprise and Agriculture Group of Winrock International and works across the United States on national level initiatives as well as regionally in partnership with other organizations.

Through the Pasture Project, the Wallace Center at Winrock International is addressing barriers to and developing solutions for water and soil quality issues in the upper Mississippi River Watershed with particular emphasis on adaptive rotational grazing and multi-species cover cropping. Grass-based production strategies can offer farmer’s economic benefits while simultaneously reducing the impact of agriculture on water and soil quality.

The Wallace Center helps farmers use effective and profitable approaches to improve conservation on working lands by integrating pasture and intensive rotational grazing into farm operations. Engaged throughout the Upper Mississippi River Basin, we focus direct technical assistance in watersheds that are conservation priorities. Geographically our activity is focused in WI, MN, IA, IL and IN working with regional organizations and farmers developing a comprehensive path to conservation-minded farming. Our path to change integrates tried and true approaches to technical assistance with designed to address pressing needs.

Together, these approaches form a comprehensive client-centered approach that starts by building awareness of the combined economic and environmental impact of integrating livestock and follows through with peer to peer support and direct technical assistance. While we build a path for farmers, we also build the capacity of supporters at each step, helping ensure sustainability and scalability of these efforts. Wallace Center works regionally and nationally to reduce the barriers to raising grass-fed beef and increase the number of stakeholders supporting sustainable farm management.


To view the full posting and to apply, visit the Wallace Center website.