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Policy and Programs Director, Global Food Institute

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I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary :

Founded by The George Washington University (GW) and renowned chef, humanitarian and long-time GW instructor José Andrés, the Global Food Institute at GW (GFI) seeks to advance global food policy and address the world’s most urgent problems by leveraging the power of food. The GFI works across three main pillars : Policy, Innovation and Humanity. The GFI is positioned to produce cutting-edge research to create and improve domestic and global food policies, incubate and engineer innovative new technologies with an entrepreneurial spirit, and lead critical conversations about the impact of food on humans and our planet.

Educating the next generation through the lens of food;
Becoming a hub of cross-disciplinary research, translation and innovation;
Convening leading experts in local, state, federal, and global food policy.

The GFI will convert actionable research and discoveries into real-world impact through cross disciplinary research and teaching. GW’s unique location and strengths at the intersection of education, business, technology, healthcare, and international affairs create the ideal environment for private- and public-sector global leaders to develop innovative solutions to our most pressing challenges.

Job Description :

GFI is seeking a Policy and Programs Director to join our growing team. GFI programs aim to develop pragmatic policy and programs that strengthen the food system and resonate with policymakers, civic leaders, and the general public. This position will develop and oversee GFI’s local and national program portfolio.

The Policy and Programs Director reports to the Executive Director, is recognized as a subject matter expert on food policy issues, will be a key strategic leader within GFI and will directly oversee GFI programs, policy and engagement work in the domestic arena. The Director, working collaboratively with the team and other GW partners, will develop and execute a program portfolio designed to advance the food needs of marginalized and disadvantaged people and to advance equity and justice in the global food system.

Responsibilities Include :

Develop and advance a programmatic and policy agenda in collaboration with team members and other policy experts that promotes equity and justice, addresses historic and systemic inequities, and advances the GFI’s mission to ensure a food system that supports everyone — especially people with low incomes and historically marginalized groups.

Plan, develop and implement, in partnership with the GFI team, a national and local strategy and initiatives and build the operational infrastructure to support such activities, including hiring staff.

Lead project management and operations of the GFI programs team and projects, including the prioritization and assignment of internal projects. Manage them from end to end, ensuring that projects remain on schedule and lead successful outcomes. Ensure that grant deliverables are met.

Play an integral role in GFI’s leadership team, helping to set the strategic vision and values for the organization as well as promoting a culture and environment that reflects those values.

Coordinate across disciplines and departments at the University to advance and leverage research, teaching, convening, and the University’s mission to address the most complex food-related problems.

Lead the development of our learning and knowledge into opinions, organizational positions and best practices which can be used to create policies that drive the food system forward in the optimal direction.

Design and execute GFI events, such as conferences, convenings, webinars designed to engage and inform the GW, stakeholder, policy maker and media communities.

Develop strong relationships with funding entities that support or are interested in GFI’s work and collaborate with GW’s Department of Development and Alumni Relations team to ensure continued financial support for this work from philanthropy, government, and individual donors.

Develop and foster strategic relationships, including recruiting public and private sector partners from diverse communities as well as supporting shared research efforts.

Support the GW student community, including by providing support to the Food Leadership Minor, working on shared programming with GW Departments and Schools and other student engagement activities.

Serve as a spokesperson for GFI issues for the media, at conferences, with funders and other stakeholders, and other speaking engagements.

This is an in-person position at GW’s Foggy Bottom campus in Washington, D.C., with flexibility for remote-work opportunities at the Executive Director’s discretion. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Qualified candidates will hold a BA / BS in a related discipline plus 7 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Preferred Qualifications :

You have a deep commitment to GW’s values, honesty, with the highest ethical standards.

You have a naturally collaborative mindset that readily engages with others, encourages others to share the spotlight, and celebrates and supports the success of colleagues and partners.

You have an entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit; enthusiastic about building and launching a new enterprise.

You move fluidly from strategy to execution, managing projects fluidly and prioritizing effectively.

You inspire and motivate others to action and build relationships quickly.

You’re a driver of results, combining strategic, analytical, and creative thinking skills.

You’re a systems thinker and creator, thriving in ambiguous situations.

You are an excellent and fluid communicator, able to convey complex ideas compellingly.

You are high impact, low-ego and kind to yourself and others.

Prior experience directing projects and programs from strategy setting to delivery and design.

Deep experience, ideally 10 years or more, in one or more aspects of the food and nutrition arena.

A multi-disciplinary mindset and the willingness to get up to speed quickly on a wide range of technical topics.

Strong managerial and strategic skills with demonstrated ability to lead effectively in and across teams.

A portfolio of contacts relevant to the work of GFI.

Demonstrated research, writing and analytical skills with a particular love of and skill in writing.

Experience securing and providing appropriate stewardship of philanthropic gifts and research or project grants.

Willingness to travel for meetings and engagement with key partners.

Excellent understanding of local, state and federal legislative processes.

A strong determination to work on building a more just and fair food system for all.

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https : / / hr.gwu.edu / benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location : Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College / School / Department : Academic Affairs

Family : Research and Labs

Sub-Family : Centers / Institutes

Level : Level 4

Full-Time / Part-Time : Full-Time

Hours Per Week : 40

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00AM - 5 : 00PM

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Required Background Check : Criminal History Screening, Education / Degree / Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

EEO Statement : The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities.

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