Senior Manager of Government Relations and Policy

4 days ago

New York, New York, United States Rethink Food Full time
Job Summary

The Senior Manager of Government Relations & Policy plays a critical role in managing Rethink Food's government relations, policy, and advocacy work across food equity and sustainability. This position helps Rethink strengthen its policy platforms and better advocate for a more equitable and resilient food system that increases quality food access for communities in need.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead Rethink's efforts to educate community leaders and government officials at the local, state, and federal levels about Rethink's mission and impact.
  • Represent Rethink on meetings, calls, and site visits with government offices and corporate and philanthropic partners.
  • Contribute to government contract and grant processes, including research and identification of funding opportunities, drafting and submitting applications/proposals (including budget creation), tracking results, reporting, and stewardship.
  • Monitor and track policy priorities and emerging trends in food systems policy (economic development, food, and sustainability) at the city, state, and federal levels.
  • Create, refine, and disseminate Rethink's public policy advocacy agenda to address gaps in the food system.
  • Oversee policy research and academic projects that help inform our understanding of Rethink's impact and how our work sits within the broader landscape and ecosystem of food security and sustainability.
  • Coordinate sign-ons for legislation and advocacy, make calls to elected officials, and prepare and send letters and emails on behalf of the CEO.
  • Develop presentations for hearings and meetings with community leaders and elected officials.
  • Manage and track communications with city, state, and federal government officials.
  • Attend and report on briefings, hearings, and coalition meetings.
  • Manage all organizational monthly and annual lobbying filings.
  • Work cross-departmentally within the organization to manage projects and stay informed on internal communications and program changes that affect funding applications.
  • Support the management of associates and interns in the Executive Office.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Non-Profit management, or related field.
  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience in government relations, public policy, advocacy, non-profit management, or related field.
  • Ability to think strategically and critically and consistently apply sound judgment and discretion.
  • Excellent project management, time management, organization, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Strong team player who can work independently and collaborate with colleagues at all levels across departments and external stakeholders.
  • Experience in representing organizations and building strong external relationships.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Must embrace the mission and core values of Rethink Food.

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