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Role Summary

As a Policy Specialist (all genders) in the field of Sustainable Public Food Procurement, you will be part of the German Policy Team and responsible both for developing policy proposals that support the implementation of the national nutrition strategy “Good Food for Germany” at state and municipal level, and for engaging in dialogue with political representatives and public administration officials.

In this role, you will help implement sustainable procurement practices in public catering by embedding plant-based protein diversity and emission reduction goals into policy guidelines, and by promoting climate-friendly and plant-based meal options in public canteens, hospitals, universities, and schools.

This position is key to leveraging public procurement as a driver for climate action, healthy nutrition, and regional value creation. Your contribution will accelerate the plant-based transformation within public institutions — creating real impact for people, animals, and our planet. You will serve as an essential link between our Food Services Team and our Policy Team.

 

Job Details

Reports to: Senior Policy Officer
Contract: Fixed-term until 10/2027 (project-based position “Public Plate”)
Department: DE Corporate & Institutional Engagement
Location: Berlin or remote within Germany

 

Responsibilities

  • Network Development:
    Conduct stakeholder analyses and build a strong network with municipal and state authorities to develop and successfully implement innovative and sustainable food procurement practices.
  • Communicating Impact:
    Engage with ministries, authorities, and other key stakeholders at the federal level to communicate and advance the implementation of sustainable food environments.
  • Knowledge Sharing:
    Develop practical training modules and guidelines for public institutions on plant-based and climate-friendly catering.
  • Sharing Best Practices:
    Create training materials on best practices in sustainable food procurement.
  • Strategic Advisory:
    Advise decision-makers on developing roadmaps for the implementation of sustainable procurement policies.
  • Impact Documentation:
    Prepare content for policy reports, briefings, and knowledge products.

 

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree and at least 4 years of professional experience in public procurement and food policy, ideally within a dynamic federal context.
  • Proven experience in designing and successfully delivering training programs.
  • Strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges of sustainable food procurement in key institutions such as schools, hospitals, or universities.
  • Familiarity with the intersections between procurement, climate goals, and regional economic development.
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills, enabling you to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders (politics, public administration, business, agriculture).
  • Ability to present complex topics clearly and persuasively to different audiences.
  • Structured, solution-oriented, and proactive approach with a high level of initiative and ownership.
  • Excellent command of German and professional fluency in English.

 

Benefits of Working with Us

  • Flexible working hours with the option to compensate overtime with time off.
  • Full remote work option with the possibility to use our Berlin office.
  • Option to work temporarily from abroad (up to 183 days per year).
  • 25 days of base vacation (FTE) plus one additional day per year of employment (more can be “purchased” through small salary adjustments).
  • Supportive and appreciative work culture within a highly motivated team.
  • Strong focus on personal development with a dedicated training budget.
  • Company laptop and access to a well-equipped office in Berlin-Tiergarten.
  • Mindfulness and mental well-being support — free membership with Open Up and Headspace.
  • We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse team members around the world and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work.
  • And last but not least: join a great team and work with us toward a world where everyone can choose delicious and healthy food that’s good for people, animals, and our planet.

 

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