[asia-apec 1695] Job Announcement at Food First: Senior Analyst

[Anuradha Mittal]

Job Announcement

Senior Analyst/Economist

Food First/The Institute for Food and Development Policy is a 
progressive, independent, non-profit think tank engaged in analysis, 
research, advocacy, and education-for-action on hunger and poverty, 
environmental degradation, and alternative development policies for the 
Third World and for the U.S. (www.foodfirst.org).

The Senior Analyst/Economist will conduct economic-social research, 
analysis, writing, public speaking, media appearances and networking for 
our two principles program areas, Economic and Social Human Rights 
Program, and Re-Shaping the Global Food System.

Responsibilities include:
• Provide senior level support to both programs.
• Conduct economic-social research on issues such as welfare reform, 
hunger, underemployment, agriculture, corporate concentration in the 
food system, impacts of trade policy and economic globalization in the 
U.S.; and land reform, small farm productivity, trade and agriculture 
policy, rural development, poverty, alternative food systems, and 
impacts of globalization and structural adjustment in the third world. 
• Produce analytical reports putting forth and justifying Food First's 
positions on these issues.
• Put forth alternative policy options consistent with Food First values 
and mission.
• Write for a variety of audiences, from academics and policy makers to 
activists and the general public.
• Speak on behalf of Food First in a variety of public foras and in the 
media.
• Help develop networks of collaborators, partner organizations, 
funders, etc.

Qualifications include:

Should have substantial experience in similar work, preferably with a 
graduate degree in a related field (ideally a Ph.D. or M.A. with 
comparable experience in economics), must have a proven record of 
excellence in research, analysis, writing for diverse audiences, public 
speaking and media work, networking, and substantial experience as an 
activist for social change.  Must have demonstrated commitment to the 
values and mission of Food First, must be a cooperative, energetic and 
collaborative team player, must have leadership qualities, must be 
comfortable in writing for and speaking to diverse audiences, and must 
be flexible, willing and interested to work on diverse issues as 
described above.  Must be able to juggle multiple projects 
simultaneously.  Name recognition/reputation as 'expert,' a plus.

Salary commensurate with experience.   Letter, cv, 3 references and 
writing samples to Hiring Committee, Food First, 398 60th Street, 
Oakland, CA, 94618, USA.
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