Codex & International Food Policy Lead

Department of Agriculture; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Agriculture seeks a detail-focused professional to lead U.S. delegations in Codex, promote U.S. positions, and educate the public on Codex activities.

It is a 1-year detail/temporary promotion with potential for extension or permanent placement. Responsibilities include analytical advising and interagency coordination. The incumbent will represent the United States at Codex committees and international meetings, work to harmonize Codex and U.S.

Qualifications

• Time-in-grade requirement: 52 weeks at the next lower grade.
• Specialized experience: leading U.S. delegations in international settings.
• Ability to convey U.S. positions to diverse stakeholders and multilateral bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead interagency efforts to plan and implement Codex objectives.
• Provide analysis and advice on food safety and trade policy intersections.
• Represent the U.S. at Codex committees and meetings.
• Coordinate resources for Codex committee meetings hosted by the U.S. Codex Office.
• Develop outreach strategies to build Codex capacity worldwide.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Decision making

Flexibility

Influencing/negotiating

Integrity/honesty

Interpersonal skills

Learning

Reasoning

Self-management

Teamwork

Job description

The Department of Agriculture seeks a detail-focused professional to lead U.S. delegations in Codex, promote U.S. positions, and educate the public on Codex activities.

It is a 1-year detail/temporary promotion with potential for extension or permanent placement. Responsibilities include analytical advising and interagency coordination. The incumbent will represent the United States at Codex committees and international meetings, work to harmonize Codex and U.S.