JOB OPENING: City of Baltimore City Planner II

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City Planner II list is currently opened (http://agency.governmentjobs.com/baltimorecity/default.cfm) until June 30, 2016. If you know anyone who has an interest and qualifies, please share this information.

When there are food access planner position openings anytime throughout this year, the city must refer to the city planner II list that is generated from this posting. Therefore, if you have any interest in working for department planning as a food access planner now or within the year, than apply now to be on the list- application due by June 30th. This is the list we will use throughout the year for any food access planner job openings.

No calls or emails please.

JOB OPENING: National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition Policy Director (Washington, DC)

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The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) seeks a passionate, highly experienced policy professional who will build upon the Coalition’s accomplishments over the past 28 years. The Coalition establishes and secures support and funding for dozens of policies and programs that promote conservation; foster family farm agriculture; build new value-added and regional food markets and businesses; protect food system integrity; and support sustainable and organic research, education and extension. The Policy Director shares in the leadership of the organization with the Managing Director.

More information available here.

JOB OPENING: City of Madison, WI Food Policy Coordinator

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The City of Madison is hiring a Food Policy Coordinator. This position will direct food policy work for the City of Madison by providing leadership and strategic direction to policymakers and stakeholders including, but not limited to, policy development, coordination, implementation, and analysis.  This position will also oversee several food-related programs and provide administration and analysis of the programs. The position will have an intense focus on increasing equitable access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food to all communities and developing polices that positively impact the health and well-being of all residents of the City of Madison and beyond.

See full position description here.

Apply for this position by June 23, 2016.

JOB OPENING: ChangeLab Solutions – Program Director

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ChangeLab Solutions seeks applications for a program director to lead national public health law and policy projects. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced public health or policy professional who wants to develop strategy for major projects that will influence public health policy in states and communities across the country. The successful candidate will work with our interdisciplinary team of lawyers, urban planners, policy analysts, and public health professionals to develop legal and policy solutions that advance health, equity, and sustainability in low-income communities and communities of color across the nation.

For more information: Program Director Job Description

JOB OPENING: NYC Food Policy – Policy Advisor

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The Office of the Food Policy director for New York City Food Policy is seeking a Policy Advisor to support the Office in all efforts to implement the administration’s food policy agenda and to accomplish the food policy goals laid out in OneNYC, The Plan for a Strong and Just City.

More information: http://www1.nyc.gov/site/foodpolicy/about/employment-and-internships.page

JOB OPENING: USDA Know Your Farmer Know Your Food – Ag Marketing Specialist

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As part of the effort to institutionalize the work that has taken place during this administration on local and regional food systems at USDA, we are posting a *permanent, full-time position* that will be charged with coordinating the Department’s *Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food* initiative and shepherding work across USDA to support local and regional foods.

The job posting is available here:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/437757500/

It is open to both current/former federal employees and those who have
never been employed in the federal government.

The window to submit applications is *only open until Monday (May 9).*

FIG at APA National Planning Conference

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Want to learn more about FIG or get involved? Curious about food systems planning?

Come to our Food Systems Planning Interest Group Annual Business and Network Meeting on Sunday, April 3rd at 6:30pm at Courduroy.  Click the link to learn more or search for conference activity #9005235.

The National Planning Conference has lots to offer in terms of sessions on food systems, food policy, health, and related topics.  You can search the conference program by track or use the topic tags to find your favorites.  Check out the sessions on food systems planning.

JOB OPENING: Food System Network Coordinator (Medford, OR)

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Community Food System Coordinator

For more information or to apply, go to  http://rvfoodsystem.org/employment/

Application closing date: April 8, 2016

Position Summary

The Community Food System Coordinator is the primary public face of the Rogue Valley Food System Network. The Coordinator facilitates the collaboration of food system partners to develop and incubate projects and programs that further the goals and priorities for a strong, vibrant regional food system in Jackson and Josephine Counties characterized by abundant local food production, equitable food access, environmental sustainability, economic vitality, and healthy community.

About the Rogue Valley Food System Network

The Rogue Valley Food System Network establishes a collaborative community of leadership to develop and advocate for a healthy and sustainable food system in Josephine and Jackson Counties.  The Rogue Valley Food System Network is a group of individuals, organizations, and businesses who have joined together to strengthen our local food system through collaboration.  The Network is led by a 15-member council that meets monthly.  The public is welcome.

Aetna Foundation Announces 2016 Cultivating Healthy Communities Grant Program

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aetnapicAetna Foundation just announced their 2016 Cultivating Healthy Communities grant program. To empower whole communities to lead healthier lives, their programming is focused on five domains:

  • Healthy Behaviors
  • Community Safety
  • Built Environment
  • Social/Economic Factors
  • Environmental Exposures

There is one RFP for the year and Aetna expects to award up to $2 million in grants to organizations in the continental United States through this program.

USDA 2016 Funding Opportunity

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The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has announced that funding is available for the fiscal year 2016 Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program (FMLFPP) and Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). To find information on how to apply to these programs, please visit www.grants.gov and https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants. Applications are due May 12, 2016.