Job Description

Executive Vice President, Government Affairs & Policy (Washington, DC / Hybrid)

Work. Serve. Thrive.

Imagine a place where your talent can make a meaningful difference in peoples' lives. Working at Feeding America is a uniquely rewarding experience in which our employees work together as vital parts of a much larger mission. We are innovative, missionfocused, diverse, collaborative, valuesdriven and focused on results.

Feeding America is the nations largest charity and the leading domestic hungerrelief charity in the United States. Our mission is to feed Americas hungry through a nationwide network of member food banks and engage our country in the fight to end hunger.

This position is based out of Feeding Americas Washington, DC office. We offer a flexible work environment: employees can be in the office an average of 2 days a week and work from home on other days. Employees also have access to a 30day work anywhere program that can be combined with PTO and/or holidays.

The Opportunity

The EVP, Government Affairs & Policy will lead the development and implementation of integrated strategies across federal nutrition programs, federal and state level policy, and advocacy aligned with Feeding Americas priorities. Working closely with network members, the EVP will inform the development and execution of these strategies, strengthen network capacity, and coordinate advocacy actions to support nutrition program and policy priorities. The role integrates stakeholder engagement and coalition building in support of Feeding Americas policy and advocacy priorities across the national organization, with network partners and external partners.

Compensation

Salary range: $230,000 - $242,000 (based on experience). The range represents the starting to midpoint salaries for positions at this level and candidates should expect a salary near the starting point. Progression through salary ranges can occur via merit increases and step promotions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of integrated strategies supporting Feeding Americas policy priorities, including federal nutrition programs and antihunger policies.
• Colead efforts with the Advocacy team to mobilize and engage Feeding Americas network of food bank CEOs, partner state associations, and community leaders to advocate for impactful policy and increase the networks advocacy capacity.
• Inform national office decisions by building deep network engagement into policy priorities and advocacy strategies.
• Integrate and coordinate capacity building and technical assistance to network members that supports federal and state level policy and advocacy engagement.
• Develop resources to support the network and ensure effective coordination in strategy execution and response to evolving issues.
• Coordinate functional support across multiple departments, providing integrated services that build capacity, optimize functionality, and promote engagement.
• Lead, manage, and mentor the Government Affairs and Policy teams, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and accountability.
• Engage broad coalitions, including community organizations, nonprofits, and industry groups, to influence policy decisions supporting hungerrelief programs such as SNAP and TEFAP.
• Build and sustain relationships across the political spectrum with policymakers, Hill/Administration staff, federal agencies (including USDA), and key external partners.
• Support planning and execution of the annual Lobby Day and related stakeholder events with the Advocacy Team and network leadership.
• Represent Feeding America and its network at governmental hearings, legislative forums, coalition meetings, and key partner engagements.
• Support fund development for Government Relations priorities and collaborate with the development team on donor cultivation, funding proposals, and progress reporting.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in issue/policy advocacy and/or federal and state legislative and regulatory processes.
• Deep understanding of food bank operations and the impact of federal and state policy decisions and federal nutrition programs. Leadership experience in a partner food bank or state association is a strong plus.
• Proven track record of successfully translating input from diverse sources to align stakeholders on a common strategy and activating resources through a coordinated, nonpartisan approach.
• Experience in leadership positions within large, crossfunctionally matrixed organizations, preferably serving franchise, affiliate, or other decentralized network environments.
• Outstanding communication, listening, public speaking, and executivelevel presentation skills, effective at speaking to large audiences or facilitating small group discussions.

Required Leadership Competencies

• Fosters an Enterprise Mindset
• Fosters an Open and Supportive Environment
• Leads with Accountability
• Collaborates Internally and Externally
• Focuses on People and TeamsManages Organization and Business Complexity
• Communicates with Impact and Influence

Feeding America seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce, encouraging all individuals, including those from historically underrepresented communities, to apply.

Feeding America participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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