FLSA: Non-Exempt/Overtime Eligible

Benefits: Eligible

Hours Per Week: 40/Full-time (Temporary)

Met Council is America’s largest Jewish charity dedicated to serving the needy. We fight poverty through comprehensive social services and by treating each client with compassion, integrity, and respect. Our programs are staffed by experts who help over 325,000 clients each year and advocate on behalf of all needy New Yorkers. Our services include 100% affordable housing at 21 locations, family violence services, Holocaust survivor assistance, geriatric social work, crisis intervention and the largest free kosher food distribution program in the world. Our network of 101 food pantries, affordable housing sites, and affiliated JCCs provide services directly in neighborhoods across New York City.

Position Summary:

Met Council is seeking a Food Policy Fellow to conduct research and analysis to help us provide emergency food to, and advocate on behalf of, the food insecure. The fellow will examine the emergency food ecosystem in New York City and nationally. Based on this work, the fellow will help Met Council create a vision and public policy advocacy agenda to address gaps in the supply of emergency food as well as infrastructure and supply chain weaknesses. The Food Policy Fellow will ultimately provide critical support for the establishment of a national kosher/halal food network.

Please note: This is a temporary role and is currently funded for 12 months. It is currently a hybrid position (3 days on-site & 2 days remote).

Principal Responsibilities:

The Food Policy Fellow would be responsible for conducting research and analysis to:

• Enhance our understanding of emergency food systems and needs in New York City.
• Thoroughly examine the emergency kosher/halal food ecosystem in New York City and nationally.
• Develop an understanding of emerging trends and outcomes within the kosher and halal food network.
• Evaluate the impact of food policy programs and prepare reports and presentations summarizing findings.
• Assist in creating a vision and public policy advocacy agenda to address gaps in the emergency food systems.
• Provide support for Met Council’s government relations, policy, and food network teams.
• Engage a network of providers and key stakeholders in developing a national network.

Competencies:

• Strong ability to perform a wide range of research and analysis.
• Ability to articulate goals, objectives, and progress in written form for grant applications and reporting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively through written reports and oral presentations.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with other individuals and organizations and operate with high a degree of professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a passion for serving the needy consistent with the mission of Met Council.

Skill and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public policy, nutrition, or a related field.
• Current student in relevant graduate program, or relevant advanced degree (preferred).
• Experience with public presentations.
• Ability to operate with a high level of professionalism.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and data visualization and analytical tools.

Compensation: $55,000 - $60,000 per year.

Benefits: Major medical, dental, and vision insurance; pre-tax commuter benefits; FSA; 403(b); plus holidays.