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Deputy Director of State Policy
Washington, DC / Los Angeles, CA
Job Description
Position Title: Deputy Director of State Policy
We are a leading national voice on anti-hunger and social justice. We work independently and in coalition with partners to protect and strengthen government nutrition programs that help people put food on the table, explore innovative solutions to persistent challenges to food security, and undertake unique strategies to bring such solutions to fruition. We educate communities across the country about the reality of hunger and how they can join us to help end it.
Position Overview
The Deputy Director of State Policy reports to and works closely with the VP of Public Affairs to implement the organization’s state-level advocacy program, including developing its state advocacy priorities, providing information and materials to support the state advocacy efforts undertaken by the organization, and representing its position in state policymaking arenas. The Deputy Director of State Policy ensures that the organization’s state advocacy complements its federal advocacy and that all state-based work, including its Grants Program, its Legal Advocacy work and its Community Engagement work, are working in synergy. As such, the Deputy Director of State Policy works closely with the Grants Department, the Outreach Department, the Legal Advocacy Department and the Community Engagement Department. The Deputy Director of State Policy is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and maintaining significant partners to advance the organization’s state legislative portfolio, including existing or lapsed partnerships, engaged with the organization in its state-based work.
The Deputy Director of State Policy is a hybrid position and has the option of conducting its in-office work in either the organization’s Los Angeles or Washington, DC, office.
Duties & Responsibilities
Qualifications
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a compensation package that includes a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 per year. Employer-paid benefits include comprehensive medical insurance as well as Life/Disability/AD&D insurance. Other benefits include a 401K plan with an employer match, FSA participation, and dental, vision, and AFLAC insurance at a discounted group rate. We offer a very generous vacation and sick time plan and holiday schedule, including all major Jewish holidays. We close early on Fridays in observance of Shabbat. We have a fun office environment (even virtually!) and a fantastic team who are dedicated to the meaningful work we do.
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to depdirstatepolicy@gmail.com with Deputy Director of State Policy in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and applicants will be contacted within 4–6 weeks of submission (potentially earlier) if they have been selected for an interview.
Please note: Applicants who meet our minimum application qualifications as outlined in the Job Description may be contacted to submit additional materials required by our hiring committee. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including people of color, people with disabilities, people of all gender identities, people of all races and national origins, veterans and LBGTQIA individuals. We strive for a diverse workforce, and we acknowledge that our diversity also comes from our experiences and perspectives. We want all staff and team members to be treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to ensuring that you can carry out your assigned mission in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
We are a leading national voice on anti-hunger and social justice. We work independently and in coalition with partners to protect and strengthen government nutrition programs that help people put food on the table, explore innovative solutions to persistent challenges to food security, and undertake unique strategies to bring such solutions to fruition. We educate communities across the country about the reality of hunger and how they can join us to help end it.
Position Overview
The Deputy Director of State Policy reports to and works closely with the VP of Public Affairs to implement the organization’s state-level advocacy program, including developing its state advocacy priorities, providing information and materials to support the state advocacy efforts undertaken by the organization, and representing its position in state policymaking arenas. The Deputy Director of State Policy ensures that the organization’s state advocacy complements its federal advocacy and that all state-based work, including its Grants Program, its Legal Advocacy work and its Community Engagement work, are working in synergy. As such, the Deputy Director of State Policy works closely with the Grants Department, the Outreach Department, the Legal Advocacy Department and the Community Engagement Department. The Deputy Director of State Policy is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and maintaining significant partners to advance the organization’s state legislative portfolio, including existing or lapsed partnerships, engaged with the organization in its state-based work.
The Deputy Director of State Policy is a hybrid position and has the option of conducting its in-office work in either the organization’s Los Angeles or Washington, DC, office.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Leading the development and advancement of the organization’s state advocacy and policy work, including collaborating with key staff across departments to identify, implement, evaluate, and update state-based priorities and the relationship between its grantmaking, its community engagement, its legal advocacy, and its state legislative work. This includes policy positions and state advocacy strategies as approved by the Board of Directors.
- Serving as an effective and visible spokesperson for the organization, increasing awareness of the organization’s state advocacy and policy goals, and broadening the organization’s reputation and visibility among elected and appointed officials, partner organizations, the media, and others.
- Monitoring and responding to state anti-hunger legislation prioritized by the organization, communicating about the organization’s support or input to key legislative offices, and providing technical assistance to state lawmakers, grantees, community partners, and others.
- Producing state policy-related materials such as action alerts, memos, fact sheets, and background information, as well as presentations for meetings and briefings to engage key stakeholders in the organization’s state advocacy work.
- Contributing content for website, blogs, and social media postings, including assistance with live social media advocacy campaigns.
- Representing the organization in coalition settings and helping to coordinate committees and coalitions in which the organization participates and/or provides leadership.
- Working with the Outreach and Community Engagement teams to strengthen and maintain relationships with synagogues, partner groups, and community organizations to advance state policies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required. Advanced degree preferred.
- Four or more years of prior/related work experience with government agencies, or with relevant public policy or advocacy organizations highly desired.
- Knowledge of or experience with food insecurity policy issues highly desired, as is familiarity with the organization’s priority issues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong analytical ability, particularly around policy and legislation.
- Outstanding relationship-building with the integrity, maturity, confidence, wisdom, and collaborative skills necessary to work effectively with a wide array of stakeholders.
- Record of success as a positive and persuasive leader and team player.
- Familiarity with the use of digital/social media technology in advocacy campaigns desired.
- Capacity to work independently, take initiative, and be self-directed.
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office required. Experience with Salesforce a plus.
- Ability to travel, including to represent the organization at outside meetings,
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a compensation package that includes a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 per year. Employer-paid benefits include comprehensive medical insurance as well as Life/Disability/AD&D insurance. Other benefits include a 401K plan with an employer match, FSA participation, and dental, vision, and AFLAC insurance at a discounted group rate. We offer a very generous vacation and sick time plan and holiday schedule, including all major Jewish holidays. We close early on Fridays in observance of Shabbat. We have a fun office environment (even virtually!) and a fantastic team who are dedicated to the meaningful work we do.
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to depdirstatepolicy@gmail.com with Deputy Director of State Policy in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and applicants will be contacted within 4–6 weeks of submission (potentially earlier) if they have been selected for an interview.
Please note: Applicants who meet our minimum application qualifications as outlined in the Job Description may be contacted to submit additional materials required by our hiring committee. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including people of color, people with disabilities, people of all gender identities, people of all races and national origins, veterans and LBGTQIA individuals. We strive for a diverse workforce, and we acknowledge that our diversity also comes from our experiences and perspectives. We want all staff and team members to be treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to ensuring that you can carry out your assigned mission in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
Job Summary
Company
Anti-Hunger Nonprofit
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
35
Salary and Benefits
80,000 - 90,000
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
4 to 5 years
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