| By way of example, the Policy and Engagement Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: - Serve as a spokesperson for Groundwork on 10 Cents a Meal.
- Develop, manage, and carry out day-to-day activities that build outreach, education, and advocacy for 10 Cents a Meal statewide.
- Identify and broaden the number and type of stakeholders statewide who are interested in supporting 10 Cents a Meal and seeing it thrive in Michigan communities.
- Develop and manage databases of supporters of varying degrees of engagement, schools that are 10 Cents a meal grantees, farms that have received business as a result of the program, media, and policymakers.
- Work collaboratively to develop press releases, fact sheets, social media, and web content, email newsletters, and other materials that are useful for champions statewide to use in educating schools, parents, community leaders, and policymakers about 10 Cents a Meal.
- Participate in statewide local food, health, and economy networks.
- Expand strategic partnerships so that champions for 10 Cents a Meal are developed within Michigan communities, carry out community outreach, find funding, and cultivate stories for policymakers and the public from within their communities.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key state policymakers who play an important role for 10 Cents a Meal, and support constituents around the state in educating policymakers about the program's value.
- Work with the Food and Farming team, including the Farm to Early Care and Education Specialist, Farm to Institution Specialist, and also the Digital/Social Media Specialist, and Communications Director to coordinate communications around 10 Cents a Meal.
- Participate as a farm to school support resource to state officials carrying out the 10 Cents a Meal program.
- Write grant proposals and reports, and build strong relationships with existing and potential funders, including foundations.
Professional Requirements Candidates for this position must demonstrate: - Experience in farm to school policy, programming, school food models, and the impact that local food strategies can have for health and food economies
- An ability to develop and cultivate relationships with decision-makers and grassroots community leaders at all levels of community, health, education, and economic stakeholder groups; and with a broad spectrum of donors
- A proven ability to work independently and be self directed while collaborating well with others in a team setting
- Strong writing skills
- And, a demonstrated standard of excellence with attention to detail and accuracy
Personal Qualifications Among the qualities we seek in successful candidates are a: - Strong commitment to Groundwork's mission and programs
- Passion for building local food system connections to schools, early child care, health initiatives, and more
- Demonstrated commitment to addressing race, class, gender, place, and other social justice barriers
- Proven ability to organize priorities, with keen attention to detail and deadlines and ability to follow through on tasks
- Self-directed working approach and ability to take initiative
At Groundwork, the candidate will join a driven team of individuals who are advancing policy solutions and projects that are pragmatic, practical, caring, and visionary. We strive to create a positive, collaborative, healthy, and inspired working environment that gives the staff the support to be the leaders in their field. We are optimistic about Michigan's future and believe in a thriving local farm and food economy; stronger, more walkable, bike-able, and transit-friendly towns and villages; and cleaner sources of energy and climate solutions that support a more equitable world for all. The researchers, writers, advocates, system-changemakers, and coalition-builders that make up the Groundwork staff are passionately committed to realizing this vision. Compensation, Benefits, and Application Procedure This is a full-time position with flexible hours, generous vacation and health benefits, retirement contribution matching, and a competitive salary range. This is a specialist-level position, with a salary range of $50,000-$59,000. While Groundwork Center is located in northwest lower Michigan, consideration will be given to candidates who can be in charge of networking in the south and central and east parts of the state, including Detroit, Flint, and Lansing for policy engagement, awareness building, and 10 Cents community/grantee support to help grantees be successful. Please send a one-page cover letter, resume and three references to jobs@groundworkcenter.org with the subject line: 10 Cents a Meal Policy and Engagement Specialist. We will accept applications until 9 a.m., Monday, August 31. Groundwork is committed to creating a diverse workplace and seeks a wide-range of perspectives and backgrounds. People of color, persons with disabilities, veterans and LGBTQ candidates are encouraged to apply. Groundwork is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation at any point in the employment process.  |
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