Employment Opportunities
IATP is hiring: Food Systems Director and Agriculture Policy Senior Program Associate
Director, Food Systems
DESCRIPTION
IATP seeks a full-time Director to lead the Institute’s work to support a healthy, just, food system. The Director will work with colleagues and partners to design and implement a multi-year plan to identify and advocate for policies that support a more decentralized and democratized food system, and dismantle political and economic obstacles to these systems. This work will include regional, national and international strategies. The position will require visionary thinking, a background in food policy, strong analytical, writing and communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse set of communities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate IATP staff in developing food policy initiatives
- Lead project implementation
- Participate in advocacy efforts for policy change
- Supervise and participate in teams
- Support communications through the news media, social media and IATP websites, as well as written reports and analyses
- Represent IATP publicly
- Participate in fundraising and reporting
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Understanding of and support for IATP’s perspective on food, health and agriculture issues
- In-depth understanding of the barriers to just, healthy food systems, and policies and practices that can shift power and build resilience in such systems. Excellent communication, public speaking, writing, analytical, and project management skills
- Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with a diversity of colleagues and stakeholders
- Ability to learn new issues, work independently and take initiative while meeting agreed upon goals and deadlines
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel
- Solid computer skills
- Team player - good interpersonal skills and sense of humor a must.
EXPERIENCE
- Masters degree or equivalent community work in food systems, public health, agriculture, public policy or related fields preferred.
- 5-10 years’ experience working professionally on agriculture and food issues
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- As with all positions at IATP, experience living and working in other countries, and an internationalist perspective, is valued.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Honesty, integrity, initiative, and leadership.
WORK CONDITIONS
Work is normally at the Minneapolis office, and includes regional, national and international travel up to 20% of the time. Some evening and weekend meetings or events are required.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Compensation for this position is based on qualifications and experience. IATP offers excellent health insurance, vacation and sick leave benefits and a lively, creative work environment.
APPLICATION:
Send resume and cover letter to jobs@iatp.org. The position is open until filled; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
IATP is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage people of color to apply for this and all positions at IATP.
Senior Program Associate, Agriculture Policy
DESCRIPTION
IATP seeks a full-time senior staff person to coordinate a team working for fair and sustainable agriculture policy. This person will work with colleagues and partners to identify and advocate for policies that support a more decentralized and democratized agriculture system, and dismantle political and economic obstacles to these systems. This work will include regional, national and international strategies. The position will require visionary thinking, a background in agriculture policy, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse set of communities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate IATP staff and work with partners to identify and communicate new ideas
- Support federal and local policy change through policy analysis, communications (electronic and traditional media) and advocacy
- Supervise and participate in teams
- Support communications through the news media, social media and IATP websites, as well as written reports and analyses
- Represent IATP publicly
- Participate in fundraising and reporting
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Understanding of and support for IATP’s perspective on agriculture issues
- In-depth understanding of the barriers to just and sustainable agriculture systems, and big-picture thinking about ways to transform those systems.
- Excellent communication, public speaking, writing, analytical, and project management skills
- Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with a diversity of colleagues and stakeholders.
- Ability to learn new issues, work independently and take initiative while meeting agreed upon goals and deadlines
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel
- Solid computer skills
- Team player - good interpersonal skills and sense of humor a must.
- Spanish language skills a plus
EXPERIENCE
- Master’s degree or equivalent community work in agriculture policy.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice, environmental sustainability and democratic control of food and agriculture systems
- 5-10 years’ experience working professionally on agriculture issues
- Supervisory experience preferred.
- As with all positions at IATP, experience living and working in other countries, and an internationalist perspective, is valued.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Honesty, integrity, initiative, and leadership.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Compensation for this position is based on qualifications and experience. IATP offers excellent health insurance, vacation and sick leave benefits and a lively, creative work environment.
APPLICATION:
Send resume and cover letter to jobs@iatp.org. The position is open until filled; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
IATP is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage people of color to apply for this and all positions at IATP.
All Praxis Positions filled at this time.
To volunteer or apply for available positions please fill out the form below