Federal Policy Lead - Food Systems & Nutrition

NASDA - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Mission-driven organization

Job summary

NASDA - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture seeks a proactive Public Policy leader to drive NASDA’s federal policy portfolio on food systems and nutrition from Arlington, VA. The role emphasizes funding strategies and state-led program implementation, with potential committee leadership expansion over time.

The position offers travel across the U.S. and to international venues, collaboration with state departments, and a flexible schedule within a mission-driven

Qualifications

• Lead NASDA's federal policy portfolio for food systems and nutrition.
• Experience in congressional and federal policy, including legislative, appropriations, or regulatory policy.
• Ability to translate member priorities into actionable strategies and guidance.
• Strong written and oral communication for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and communication of NASDA's federal policy portfolio for food systems and nutrition, with emphasis on funding and implementation of state-led programs.
• Serve as staff lead for the Food Systems and Nutrition Committee, coordinating agendas and materials.
• Translate member priorities into legislative, regulatory, and appropriations strategies and advocate before Congress and federal agencies.
• Monitor federal legislation, regulations, funding opportunities, and emerging issues; provide guidance to NASDA members and leadership.
• Build trusted relationships with state department leaders and facilitate consensus across diverse interests.
• Develop partnerships with stakeholders to advance NASDA priorities and elevate state roles.
• Draft policy briefs, testimony, letters, talking points, and presentations.
• Manage projects, timelines, and reporting with sound judgment.
• Demonstrate readiness for growing responsibility and independent portfolio leadership.
• Collaborate across NASDA teams and represent NASDA at meetings and events, including travel.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder relationships

Written communication

Public policy

Project management

Collaboration

Adaptability

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

NASDA - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture seeks a proactive Public Policy leader to drive NASDA’s federal policy portfolio on food systems and nutrition from Arlington, VA. The role emphasizes funding strategies and state-led program implementation, with potential committee leadership expansion over time.

The position offers travel across the U.S. and to international venues, collaboration with state departments, and a flexible schedule within a mission-driven