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> From: Anuradha Mittal
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> Sent: Saturday, January 27, 2001 3:56 AM
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> Subject: [asia-apec 1721] *** Job Opening - Senior Analyst/Economist
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> ***Please Post Widely***
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> Senior Analyst/Economist
>
> Food First/The Institute for Food and Development Policy is a
> progressive, independent, non-profit think tank engaged in analysis,
> research, advocacy, and education-for-action on hunger and poverty,
> environmental degradation, and alternative development policies for the
> Third World and for the U.S.
> (http://www.foodfirst.org).
>
> The Senior Analyst/Economist will conduct economic-social research,
> analysis, writing, public speaking, media appearances and networking
> forour two principles program areas, Economic and Social Human Rights
> Program, and Re-Shaping the Global Food System.
>
> Responsibilities include:
> • Provide senior level support to both programs.
> • Conduct economic-social research on issues such as welfare reform,
> hunger, underemployment, agriculture, corporate concentration in the
> food system, impacts of trade policy and economic globalization in the
> U.S.; andland reform, small farm productivity, trade and agriculture
> policy, rural development, poverty, alternative food systems, and
> impacts of globalization and structural adjustment in the third world.
> • Produce analytical reports putting forth and justifying Food First's
> positions on these issues.
> • Put forth alternative policy options consistent with Food First
> valuesand mission.
> • Write for a variety of audiences, from academics and policy makers to
> activists and the general public.
> • Speak on behalf of Food First in a variety of public foras and in the
> media.
> • Help develop networks of collaborators, partner organizations,
> funders, etc.
>
> Qualifications include:
>
> Should have substantial experience in similar work, preferably with a
> graduate degree in a related field (ideally a Ph.D. or M.A. with
> comparable experience in economics), must have a proven record of
> excellence in research, analysis, writing for diverse audiences, public
> speaking and media work, networking, and substantial experience as an
> activist for social change. Must have demonstrated commitment to the
> values and mission of Food First, must be a cooperative, energetic and
> collaborative team player, must have leadership qualities, must be
> comfortable in writing for and speaking to diverse audiences, and must
> be flexible, willing and interested to work on diverse issues as
> described above. Must be able to juggle multiple projects
> simultaneously. Name recognition/reputation as 'expert,' a plus.
>
> Salary commensurate with experience. Letter, cv, 3 references and
> writing samples to Hiring Committee, Food First, 398 60th Street,
> Oakland, CA, 94618, USA.
>
> Join the fight against hunger. For more information contact
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