Building on our work since 2015 tackling hunger and food insecurity, Feeding Liverpool lead Liverpool’s Good Food Plan in partnership with communities and organisations across the city. We are looking for a Policy Officer - someone who will work collaboratively with local and national leaders such as Liverpool City Council and Public Health. This is an exciting time to join our movement. The organisation is in excellent health and we are under fresh leadership from our new Director, Keenan Humble. We have secure and stable funding, a creative and dynamic staff team, a strong Trustee board and a fantastically committed group of partners and member organisations. Liverpool is full of inspirational people who are active in building a city based on good food for everyone, whether that is those who experience food insecurity on a day-to-day basis, health workers, growers, restaurateurs or volunteers at community food initiatives. Our work is led by their voices; we view ourselves as pioneering, with our alliance-based approach serving as a national exemplar. But we have a lot to do. Liverpool still has high levels of food insecurity, stark health inequalities and a community food movement that is vulnerable to food inflation and supply issues. We have developed a detailed job description and person specification, which outlines the character and competencies needed for the role. We would refer potential candidates to our website for stories, reports and strategies that outline our approach. Job Title: Policy Officer Main purposes of job: To collaborate with Liverpool City Council in reviewing policies and procedures to embed Good Food principles across relevant departments and programmes of work. To lead initiatives that improve food provision for children and young people in education and learning settings across Liverpool. To scope and secure funding opportunities to advance the goals of the Good Food Plan. To collaborate with partners to embed a community-centred approach to improving health, wellbeing and tackling social inequalities. Key responsibilities: Develop and advise on policies and strategies to integrate Good Food principles into council operations, contributing to Sustainable Food Places silver award submission. Re-establish and lead Liverpool’s Good Food Policy working group. Lead a city action plan to improve food provision for children and young people in education and learning settings across Liverpool. Conduct and synthesise research, data, lived experience, and policy insights to produce evidence-based recommendations/ actions. Document and showcase progress towards the goals of the Good Food Plan. Collaborate with national and local stakeholders, including public, private, and VCSE sectors, to develop and implement strategic food-related projects. Provide leadership on food policy within the council, aligning initiatives with broader city objectives such as sustainability, public health, and economic growth. Identify and pursue funding opportunities to ensure the sustainability of food systems initiatives. Represent Feeding Liverpool and Liverpool City Council at local and national events. Key tasks: Work across council departments to align policies with Good Food principles and city-wide objectives, including the Carbon Neutral 2030 Plan. Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior leadership and elected members. Coordinate Liverpool’s Sustainable Food Places application. Develop guidance and advice for stakeholders to advance sustainable food practices, including influencing procurement and planning policies. Engage with schools, faith groups, and community organisations to promote food-growing initiatives. Present findings and evidence to partnerships in a range of settings from corporate meetings to community settings. General responsibilities: Work collaboratively with the Feeding Liverpool team, trustees, and external partners. Promote the ethos of the Good Food Plan in all activities. Maintain confidentiality and uphold Feeding Liverpool’s values. Reporting to: Feeding Liverpool Director Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (some evening/weekend work may be required). Notice period: One month Salary: £30,000 - £37,000 per annum. Location: Liverpool region. This role is predominantly office-based (L1 area) with some flexibility for hybrid/ remote working 1-2 days per week. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this exciting position, even if you do not meet every requirement. Applications will be anonymised prior to review by our screening panel to remove any personal identifiable information in alignment with ‘blind’ recruitment practices.