Food Banks Advocacy and Policy Officer

Join Food Banks Canada as an Advocacy and Policy Officer, working from home to address food insecurity on a national scale. Leverage your political insight to drive impactful campaigns and policy change.

In this pivotal role, you will engage in high-level advocacy efforts while supporting research and reporting initiatives. Your responsibilities include analyzing policy impacts, drafting materials for government relations, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Expect to influence policies that pave the way for long-term changes in addressing hunger and poverty in Canada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor legislative activities affecting Food Banks Canada

• Collaborate on signature reports like the Poverty Report Card

• Draft policy recommendations and consultation documents

• Engage in advocacy campaigns raising food insecurity awareness

• Maintain contacts with political staff and public servants

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science or similar field

• At least 4 years of related experience

• Effective communicator with project coordination capabilities

• Insight into grassroots advocacy and political processes

• Bilingualism (English/French) preferred

Empower communities by advocating for meaningful policy changes at Food Banks Canada.
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