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Job title: Head of Policy 

Salary: £43-£48k (depending on experience) 

Employment type: Permanent contract 

Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week

Location: Flexible hybrid working – home/remote and office (Bristol based). Travel to other places of work may be required. Must be based in the UK and eligible to work in the UK.

About us

The Sustainable Food Trust (SFT) is a forward-thinking non-profit organisation dedicated to accelerating the transition to sustainable food and farming systems. Inspired by our philosophy of the interconnectedness of the health of soil, plants, animals and humans, our vision is for future food and farming systems that operate in harmony with nature, producing food that nourishes both people and planet.   

Our work is based upon three key pillars: farming policy and practice; measuring and valuing sustainability; and public awareness raising.

The role

We are looking for someone who is proactive, enjoys spotting opportunities and taking initiative, providing leadership and influencing change at multiple levels. You will take the lead in shaping our policy agenda and developing a policy strategy that supports and strengthens the Sustainable Food Trust’s wider goals and priorities.

Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will identify where we can have the greatest policy impact across our core areas of work. You’ll help shape our policy positions and priorities, turning research, project insights and practical experience into clear messages and practical recommendations.

To find out more about the role, download the full job description here.

How to apply: 

Please send your CV and cover letter (one page) to office@sustainablefoodtrust.org, and copy in Megan Perry megan@sustainablefoodtrust.org.

Deadline: Wednesday 23rd September – please note that we review applications as received, so we encourage early applications.

The Sustainable Food Trust is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthens our work and helps us better understand and engage with the communities we serve.  

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.