The Policy Officer supports the delivery of FAIRR's policy agenda, helping to advance policy and regulatory frameworks that support sustainable food systems and enable investors to manage material ESG risks and opportunities.
The role combines policy analysis, stakeholder engagement and project delivery. Working closely with colleagues across FAIRR, the Policy Officer will provide operational support to the Policy Team, monitor policy and regulatory developments, contribute to investor-focused insights and policy outputs, and support engagement with policymakers, investors, companies and strategic partners. The role contributes to FAIRR's work on sustainable finance, food systems, agriculture and sustainable finance policy, climate, biodiversity and food systems policy, ensuring investor perspectives are reflected in key policy discussions and policy-making processes.
The Policy Officer will support FAIRR's engagement with policymakers, regulators and multilateral institutions on issues including food and agriculture transition pathways, agriculture subsidy reform, land use and deforestation, and other policy priorities relevant to sustainable food systems.
Project Delivery
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Support the planning and delivery of policy-related events and meetings and external stakeholder engagements.
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Manage assigned projects and workstreams, ensuring delivery to agreed timelines, objectives and quality standards.
Research and Analysis
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Monitor and analyse policy and regulatory developments relevant to sustainable food systems, sustainable finance, climate, biodiversity and responsible investment.
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Produce high-quality policy briefings, consultation responses, and other policy-focused outputs for policymakers and investors.
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Support FAIRR's participation in policy consultations, regulatory processes and multilateral discussions relevant to sustainable food systems.
Stakeholder Engagement
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Support FAIRR's engagement with policymaking and multilateral processes relevant to sustainable food systems, ensuring investor perspectives are reflected in key policy discussions.
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Develop stakeholder briefings, presentations and communications to support engagement activities with policymakers, regulators and other external stakeholders.
Collaboration
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Collaborate across FAIRR teams to support organisational priorities and maximise impact.
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Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and support a collaborative, solutions-focused team culture.
Experience
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2-4 years' experience in a relevant public policy role (in food and agriculture, environment, sustainable finance, responsible investment, ESG or a related field).
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Experience engaging with external stakeholders, including policymakers, regulators, investors, NGOs or industry bodies.
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Experience managing and delivering projects, handling competing priorities effectively.
Knowledge
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Understanding of policy and regulatory processes.
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Knowledge of policy issues affecting food systems, climate, and biodiversity.
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Understanding of the role of investors in policy engagement.
Skills
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Strong organisational and project management skills, with close attention to detail.
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Proficiency in PowerPoint and Office 365 tools.
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Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information from multiple sources.
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Strong verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Personal attributes
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Collaborative and relationship-oriented, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
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Proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused.
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Strong professional judgement, integrity and attention to detail.
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Committed to continuous learning and improvement.
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Motivated by FAIRR's mission and the role of investors in driving sustainable food system outcomes.
Experience
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Experience conducting policy research and analysis and translating complex issues into clear, actionable insights.
Knowledge
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Understanding of sustainable finance, food and agriculture, ESG and responsible investment.
Skills
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Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to draft concise and credible policy materials.
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Knowledge of Salesforce and project management tools such as Asana.
The FAIRR (Farm Animal Investment Risk & Return) Initiative was established in 2015 by the Jeremy Coller Foundation. The FAIRR Initiative is the fastest-growing ESG investor network with more than 400 investor members representing over $90 trillion in combined assets to leverage capital markets and drive positive change across the global food sector. FAIRR focuses on raising awareness of the key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities impacting the protein value chain. Visit the FAIRR website for more information: www.fairr.org. Jeremy Coller Foundation (JCF) is a private foundation based in London and operating globally.
The Jeremy Coller Foundation (JCF), established in 2002, is the philanthropic vehicle of Jeremy Coller, Chair and Chief Investment Officer of Coller Capital, a leading private equity secondaries business. The Jeremy Coller Foundation is a strategic grant-making organisation with two primary focus areas. First, the Foundation is working to further venture and management education, partnering with Tel Aviv University on the Coller Institute of Venture and the Coller School of Management. Second, the Foundation seeks to address animal welfare, environmental and human health issues caused by intensive animal agriculture. You can learn more on the JCF website: www.jeremycollerfoundation.org.
WHY JOIN US?
Working for FAIRR provides the opportunity to be part of something big! As a purpose-led organisation, we offer a role that allows you to make an impact on people and the planet through our work on sustainable food systems. Our team is building for the future. We are a fast-paced organisation, offering a place to learn, do great things with great people, and have the autonomy to make decisions that spark and manifest real change.
FAIRR is comprised of several expert teams: Thematic Research & Engagements, Data & Research, Policy, Investor Outreach, Communications & Marketing, People & Culture. Our teams have grown rapidly but are still small enough to be innovative due to agility and collaboration. Teamwork and strong working relationships are key to our culture and enable a high level of trust within the team. All of this makes FAIRR a fantastic place to work to achieve real impact in the Global Food system – our goals are ambitious and exciting!
FAIRR’s culture is one of autonomy and responsibility, enabling skill development and career growth. Our team are supported and given stretch opportunities through our collaborative engagements with investors and the work we do with corporates producing innovative tools, data and research. You will have the opportunity to work on a range of high-profile topics to grow your expertise.
We are located in a modern office near Marble Arch.
