Vice President of Policy, Federal

About the role

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference in food systems and food policy? We’re expanding our Washington team and searching for motivated and mission-aligned advocates who can help transform the policy landscape, support American innovation and diversify protein production. We have a strong track record of real policy wins, and are looking to expand that score.

Food Solutions Action (FSA) is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit with an affiliated PAC and a sister 501(c)(3), Food Solutions, that advocates for the protein innovation industry. FSA also works closely with Americans for the Common Good (ACG), another sister organization. We focus on policies that support growth across the sector (plant-based, cultivated, precision fermentation-derived, etc.). FSA is growing and, as such, is seeking additional in-house lobbyists with House or Senate experience. The ideal candidate has strong drive, ability to execute independently, and exceptional relationship-building skills to support FSA’s priorities in Congress.

The individual in this role will be responsible for advancing FSA’s federal policy agenda in Congress as part of a team working across parties and chambers. This includes developing legislative concepts and related strategies to enact FSA priorities into law, lobbying in support of FSA’s existing legislative agenda, and coordinating coalition efforts with stakeholders at partner organizations.

The ideal candidate will be mission-driven and personally committed to FSA's work advancing pragmatic policies that support American protein innovation and economic growth across the sector.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with Senate or House offices through systematic outreach, regular briefings, and meetings
• Policy Development & Advocacy: Collaborate with internal teams and industry stakeholders to develop comprehensive policy frameworks and legislative recommendations that advance the protein innovation sector
• Legislative Intelligence & Opportunity Assessment: Monitor, analyze, and prioritize federal regulatory developments and legislative initiatives to identify strategic advocacy opportunities and potential risks
• Stakeholder Coordination & Coalition Building: Lead cross-industry collaboration efforts, working directly with protein innovation companies to align on policy priorities and coordinate unified advocacy strategies
• PAC Political Engagement: Represent FSA PAC at political fundraising events, develop PAC strategy for the House or Senate, and organize and host PAC-sponsored events and check drops
• Performance Tracking & Strategic Communications: Maintain comprehensive records of advocacy activities, relationship-building efforts, and policy outcomes to demonstrate impact and inform strategy refinement
• External Partnership Management: Coordinate with contracted lobbying firms to ensure integrated, effective government relations efforts that maximize organizational influence and resources

Qualifications

• At least 3 years working as a full-time legislative employee in the U.S. House or Senate (5+ years preferred)
• Deep understanding of House or Senate floor procedure and committee processes
• Strong self-direction and self-motivation
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills, including persuasive and analytical writing, and public speaking
• Ability to document and track advocacy metrics
• Experience researching and drafting legislation as well as pursuing amendment opportunities
• Ability to own projects, drive progress, act independently, and iterate as needed

What Success Looks Like

• Successfully advancing 2-3 key legislative priorities for the protein innovation sector through the Senate within the first 18 months
• Securing commitment from 15 bipartisan offices to take 2-3 concrete supportive actions for protein innovation within the first year
• Establishing productive working relationships with 15-20 key offices (and more for work in the House) across relevant committees, with regular access to senior staff and members

Pay

The expected compensation range is $110,000 - $175,000; the exact amount will be determined by experience and other relevant factors.

Benefits

• Healthcare reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off and sick leave
• Wellness support

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Candidates must be located near or willing to relocate to the greater Washington, D.C. area to regularly attend meetings on Capitol Hill.