Director, Global Food Policy & Initiatives

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 143,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

George Washington University is seeking a Global Initiatives Director for the Global Food Institute to advance international and humanitarian food policy. You will shape the portfolio, write public-facing policy briefs, and lead or contribute to translational research.

This in-person role at GW’s Foggy Bottom campus may offer remote work at the Executive Director's discretion. The position emphasizes entrepreneurship, collaboration across GW partners, grant writing, and engagement with

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a related discipline required.
• Strong writing, analytical and policy communication skills.
• Experience translating research for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance a research/programmatic agenda with GW colleagues and external partners.
• Lead or contribute to grant proposals and funding applications.
• Design and lead events (conferences, webinars) to engage policy communities.
• Build strategic relationships across government, multilateral institutions, universities, and the private sector.
• Support GW student communities and cross-department programming.

Skills

Policy communication

Research translation

Public-facing writing

Collaboration

Education

BA/BS in related discipline

Job description

George Washington University is seeking a Global Initiatives Director for the Global Food Institute to advance international and humanitarian food policy. You will shape the portfolio, write public-facing policy briefs, and lead or contribute to translational research.

This in-person role at GW’s Foggy Bottom campus may offer remote work at the Executive Director's discretion. The position emphasizes entrepreneurship, collaboration across GW partners, grant writing, and engagement with