Who We Are

At the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, our mission is to lead a network that provides nutritious food and pathways to self-sufficiency for people facing hunger. We believe everyone--of every race, gender, sexuality, age and income--deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to food security which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to remain on the front lines, along with our community-based partners, to provide nutritious food and resources for Oklahomans facing hunger.

Job Description

Are you passionate about driving social change and advocating for important causes? Do you have a knack for organizing grassroots efforts and mobilizing stakeholders to address critical issues? Join us as an Advocacy Specialist and play a vital role in raising awareness and driving action to address food insecurity in our community.

As an Advocacy Specialist, you will support the implementation and execution of initiatives aimed at raising awareness of hunger and increasing engagement around policies that address the root causes of food insecurity. You will organize public meetings, develop outreach opportunities and coordinate grassroots strategies to mobilize stakeholders, including the public, staff, partner networks and those we serve.

If you're passionate about making a difference and driving meaningful change, we want to hear from you! Join us in advocating for policies that address food insecurity, amplifying community voices and creating a more equitable future for all.

A Day in the Life Advocacy Support

- Updating and maintaining databases and advocacy trackers.
- Attending community and/or coalition meetings and serving as a representative of the Regional Food Bank.
- Coordinate logistics and help plan advocacy events, campaigns and initiatives (including Hunger Action Month, Feeding Across the Aisle, Anti-Hunger Day at the Capitol).
- Provide staff support for the Regional Food Bank’s Policy Advisory Committee.
- Manage the Magnify Oklahoma program.

Grassroots Organizing

Manage community meetings and empower community-based partners to advocate for hunger prevention policies.
Collect stories that amplify the lived experiences of Oklahomans facing hunger and contextualize datapoints for elected officials and stakeholders when weighing policy decisions that impact their constituents.
Draft and design monthly advocacy newsletter, action alerts and other communications for activating networks through systems like Mailchimp, WordPress and other systems.
Participate in coalition meetings and stay up to date on state level current issues.

Required Qualifications

How you have spent your time:

Working for at least two to four years with grassroots organizing, advocacy, communications, social work and/or legislative activity.
Bachelor’s or professional degree in a related field preferred, or combination of education and experience.

Your Environment

Environmentally controlled with no exposure to extreme changes in the weather and limited exposure to humidity/moisture relative to atmospheric condition variations. No exposure to dust, chemicals, gases, fumes, smoke, excessive noise and/or vibrations. Work generally performed in an office environment. Travel may be required for assignments, meetings and training. Weekend and/or holiday hours may be required.

Physical Demands

The company will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Utilize multi-limb coordination and flexibility combined with control precision to perform fine motor skills including finger manipulation, grasping, feeling, arm-hand steadiness, in order to push, pull or lift objects. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Utilizes multi-limb coordination to balance on even surfaces, stoop, kneel, stand and walk, reach over shoulders or below the knees. Must employ the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the company’s Environmental, Health and Safety policies.

We'll Take Care of You

The Regional Food Bank offers a combination of competitive benefit plans and work-life assistance:

100% paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and basic life insurance.
Long-term disability
Supplemental life insurance
401(K) retirement plan
Paid parental leave
Flexible spending accounts
Holiday savings program
Paid time off (based on years of service) and 11 paid holidays plus three floating holidays.
Wellness events

Benefits will vary depending on the type of position and are subject to change at the discretion of the Regional Food Bank.

EEO Statement

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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