Executive Director, Food Solutions Action & Americans for the Common Good About Food Solutions Action & Americans for the Common GoodFood Solutions Action is a 501(c)(4) non-profit dedicated to catalyzing U.S. governments to prioritize policies that enable alternative protein industries to thrive. Our state and federal policy teams develop policies, draft legislation, educate lawmakers about the benefits of alternative protein, and build political coalitions for policy change. We also operate FSA PAC, the only PAC focused on supporting legislative champions of alternative protein. Our sister 501(c)(3), Food Solutions Inc, focuses on research and education.Americans for the Common Good is a separate 501(c)(4) non-profit focused on animal protection and responsible government spending.Founded five years ago, our small but nimble team has already achieved concrete policy victories, helped secure tens of millions of dollars in R&D for protein innovation and built strong legislative relationships through our entrepreneurial and strategic approach to building political power. Position OverviewThe Executive Director will lead Food Solutions Action and Americans for the Common Good day to day. This is a leadership role at its core: you will manage and develop a team of roughly nine (full-time staff and contractors), build the operational systems that let the organizations run well, and own day-to-day operations across both entities. You will report to the President and work closely with senior leadership and advisors.You are inheriting a working organization, not a blank page. Your job is to make it run sharper: a team that is stable, supported, and doing its best work, and the operational backbone (goal-setting, performance tracking, and data management) that turns activity into measurable impact. This is a builder's role inside an established platform, with committed funding, an aligned principal, and a clear mission.You will report to the President, who founded the organizations and leads on strategy and major decisions. You will own day-to-day operations, fundraising, and growth, in close partnership with him.Responsibilities and DutiesThe primary responsibilities of the Executive Director are:Leading, managing, and developing a nine-person team of full-time staff and contractors, building a stable and high-performing organizationOwning day-to-day operations across both Food Solutions Action and Americans for the Common GoodBuilding and maintaining organizational systems, including goal-setting, performance tracking, and data management (for example, logging legislator meetings and outcomes)Owning fundraising and donor relationsOverseeing compliance firms and other contractors to ensure effective, well-coordinated workManaging budget and compliance across FSA’s 501(c)(4), 501(c)(3) and affiliated PAC, and Americans for the Common GoodMaintaining and deepening key relationships with partners and movement leadersIdeal candidates will possessSeven or more years of leadership experience, with a strong track record of managing and developing teamsA demonstrated ability to build operational systems (goals, metrics, data, accountability) and make them stick - bringing structure to what is sometimes abstractComfort owning operations end to end, including catching what falls through the cracks and driving resultsStrong fundraising instincts, or the ability to grow into a fundraising role quicklyThe ability to work across 501(c)(4), PAC, and 501(c)(3) structures and their compliance requirements, or to learn them quicklyExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsComfort and proficiency with AI tools to enhance productivity across the organizationEnthusiasm and skill for building buy-in across nonpartisan, liberal, and conservative constituencies, both individually and togetherAbility to thrive in a fast-changing, responsive environmentDemonstrated care for advancing animal protectionNice to havePolitical or campaign experienceFamiliarity with food systems, alternative proteins, or animal advocacyGenuine alignment with our mission and the values behind itWhat Success Looks LikeA stable, satisfied team that continues to drive impact and builds the foundation for future impact within the first 12 monthsClear Federal and State policy successes on an annual basis.Stronger organizational systems in place, including goal-setting and reliable tracking of key activities and dataDay-to-day operations of both entities running smoothly and independently, freeing the team to focus on program execution and President to focus on strategy and growthMission-DrivenThe ideal candidate will be mission-driven and personally committed to building political power for a better food system.Salary and LocationThis is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $125,000 to $155,000, commensurate with experience.We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance reimbursement, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, generous paid time off and sick leave, professional development opportunities, and wellness support.Location is flexible, with a preference for candidates in or willing to relocate to Washington, D.C. or the San Francisco Bay Area. This role requires travel approximately one to three times per quarter.Food Solutions Action and Americans for the Common Good seek qualified candidates for all open positions. Food Solutions Action and Americans for the Common Good are Equal Opportunity Employers and conduct all business activities, including hiring and other employment decisions, without regard to the employee or applicant's race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, or breastfeeding), age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, or political affiliation or other legally protected class.Deadline and ApplicationApplications reviewed on a rolling basis; priority deadline Friday, July 3.

On behalf of ACF, the Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) is seeking a qualified Senior Communications Specialist to provide strategic communications support to the ACF Secretariat, contributing to the development and delivery of high-impact communications products that strengthen the visibility, credibility, and influence of the Alliance. The consultant will support ACF's efforts to advance ambitious, country-led food systems transformation by developing communications strategies, messaging frameworks, thought leadership content, advocacy materials, and stakeholder engagement products. Working closely with the ACF Secretariat, member countries, communications partners, and other consultants, the consultant will contribute to positioning ACF as a recognized voice on food systems transformation through the production of high-quality communications outputs for key policy, advocacy, and global engagement opportunities.

A government agency focused on food safety is seeking an experienced Director of System Resilience in Belfast. This pivotal role involves leading efforts to strengthen the resilience of the UK food system amid significant change.Responsibilities include:Overseeing risk managementIncident responseEngaging stakeholders across sectorsThe ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership in crisis situations and possess a strong ability to analyze complex data. This role offers an opportunity to make impactful contributions to national food safety initiatives and resilience planning.

The Division of Biosciences at UCL is a major centre for research and teaching in the biological sciences, fostering curiosity-driven research that spans molecules to ecosystems. Within Biosciences, the Research Department of Genetics, Evolution and Environment (GEE) provides a world-leading environment for research and teaching across evolution, human genetics, healthy ageing, biodiversity and computational biology. We are recruiting a Lecturer (Assistant Professor equivalent) or Associate Professor in Biodiversity, Future Food Systems and Health to strengthen GEE's capacity in in ecosystems, food systems and health, supporting the support the growth of the Centre for Biodiversity and Environment Research's People and Nature Lab at UCL East.Environmental change, biodiversity loss and food-system instability are creating new challenges for ecosystem, animal and human health. Yet the dynamics linking these processes remain poorly understood across natural, urban and managed systems, limiting our ability to predict risk and design effective interventions. To address this, GEE seeks to appoint a new academic colleague to build an ambitious research and teaching programme at the interface of biodiversity, ecosystems, food systems and health.Based at the People and Nature Lab at UCL East, the successful candidate will develop experimental, place-based and/or quantitative approaches to understand how ecological systems can support resilience, sustainability and health across urban, natural and managed settings. This may include work on plant, pollinator, microbial or environmental health; ecological interactions and intervention; environmental monitoring and surveillance; or predictive and quantitative approaches to One Health. The post offers opportunities to use new state-of-the-art greenhouse, vertical farming and pollinator facilities at UCL East, alongside wider opportunities for field-based, urban and community-engaged research.The successful candidate will establish (Grade 8) or expand (Grade 9) an independent, collaborative research programme within GEE with opportunities to contribute to a distinctive living lab environment at UCL East, and work across UCL with colleagues in computer science, geography, and health. We also welcome exceptional candidates working at the broader One Health interface, including those whose research links to wider strengths across GEE. The post holder will be expected to secure competitive research funding, supervise and mentor postgraduate researchers, contribute to research-led teaching and develop external engagement with conservation organisations, policy bodies and other partners.This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 60% on site. This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies/2021/jun/conditions-service-academic-staff for more information.For informal queries about the post, please contact Professor Ellousie Leadbeater (ellouise.leadbeater@ucl.ac.uk). If you require reasonable adjustments or an accessible application format, please contact the Faculty Human Resources team on fls.hr@ucl.ac.uk

Ricardo is now a member of WSP. As we complete our integration, you may see references to both WSP and Ricardo during the application and interview process.What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.A little more about your role…We are expanding our Agriculture and Land Use capability within our Land Practice. We are seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to play a key role in delivering high-impact projects across the interfaces between the environment and agricultural and land use systems. We help shape policy through sound evidence and expert understanding of the unique requirements of land management and the interaction with the wider environment and economy.Agriculture and land use are at the centre of some of the most urgent global challenges: climate change, food security, nature recovery and sustainable economic growth. The sector is undergoing the most significant policy transformation in over 50 years across the UK and Europe and globally — making this a uniquely exciting time to influence the future of farming and land management.In this role, you will work at the interface of science, policy and practice , helping governments, institutions and businesses develop evidence-based solutions that support sustainable agricultural systems while maintaining productivity. Your work will directly inform policy design, regulatory development and long-term system change.What You’ll DoAs a Senior Consultant, you will take a leading role in the delivery and management of consultancy projects across agriculture and land use at the interfaces with the environment and people. Your responsibilities will include:Leading and managing projects from inception to delivery, including client engagement, work planning, budgeting and quality assurance.Delivering robust evidence and analysis to support policy and regulatory development relating to greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, water, soils and wider environmental outcomes.Working closely with clients , including national governments, the European Commission and private-sector organisations, acting as a trusted technical advisor.Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Ricardo and the wider WSP network to deliver innovative, integrated solutions.Contributing to business growth , including proposal development, thought leadership and relationship building.Supporting capability development within the team, including mentoring junior colleagues and improving delivery processes.This is a varied role offering exposure to high-profile, purpose-driven work with real-world impact.What we'd like you to demonstrate….You are a motivated and commercially aware consultant with strong technical credibility and a passion for sustainable agriculture and land use. You enjoy managing complex projects, engaging with diverse stakeholders and translating evidence into practical outcomes.