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Agriculture Reform Campaign Coordinator

Agriculture Reform Campaign Coordinator

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The Environmental Working Group (EWG), an environmental research and advocacy organization with offices in Washington, DC; Ames, IA; and Oakland, CA, seeks campaign coordinator to support EWG advocacy related to the 2013 Farm Bill. This is a six-month position.  

Responsibilities: 
  • Coordinate efforts to reform federal commodity, crop insurance, and conservation programs
  • Establish and maintain relationships with nongovernmental organizations advocating for reform of federal commodity, crop insurance and conservation programs,
  • Advocate for reforms of federal commodity, crop insurance, and conservation programs.
  • Develop and disseminate materials in support of reforms federal commodity, crop insurance, and conservation programs
  • Represent EWG in coalitions and collaborations with other organizations and interests pursuing objectives that complement EWG’s objectives.
Qualifications: 
  • A strong commitment to advocacy to improve the environment, conserve natural resources, and protect human health is essential.
  • Experience influencing the development and implementation of legislative and administrative policy is essential.
  • Substantial familiarity with commodity, crop insurance and conservation policy is a plus.
  • Experience working with and ongoing relationships with nongovernmental organizations, interest groups, and legislative and executive branch staff major plus.
  • Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with EWG research, communications, and government affairs staff in a fast-paced organization with a prominent profile in agricultural and environmental policy.
  • Excellent communications skills, including experience with print, broadcast, and new media, and strong written and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply: 

Please email cover letter and resume to employment@ewg.org.

Location:

The position is located in EWG’s Washington, D.C. office.

Compensation:

Salary is commensurate with experience and expertise. EWG offers excellent health care and other benefits, including a match 403-B savings plan.