Conduct in-depth research on relevant policies, regulations, and legislation

Analyze the impact of proposed policies on various stakeholders

Prepare comprehensive reports outlining key findings and policy recommendations

Stay updated on emerging trends and issues within the policy landscape

Sample Projects:

• Researching and assessing state-level health care landscapes for clients to map out policy opportunities to increase access to Food is Medicine services

• Building relationships with key stakeholders across a variety of health care systems to assess feasibility and impact of potential policy changes

• Developing policy recommendations for government agencies, non-profits, and coalitions

Provide assistance in crafting persuasive advocacy messages

Develop training programs to empower advocates with effective communication skills

Offer guidance on engaging with policymakers and stakeholders

Monitor and evaluate advocacy campaigns to assess their effectiveness

Sample Projects:

• Organizing advocacy trainings for non-profits or new coalitions as they enter the policy space

• Providing guidance on effective Food is Medicine advocacy strategies

• Co-leading workgroups for non-profits and coalitions focused on advancing Food is Medicine in their local jurisdiction

Identify potential partners and stakeholders for coalition building

Facilitate meetings and discussions to establish common goals and objectives

Develop strategic plans to guide coalition activities and advocacy efforts

Foster collaboration among diverse groups to maximize collective impact

Sample Projects:

• Providing guidance on early, mid, or late-stage coalition building, including growing or expanding a support base, creating governing policies and systems, and restructuring to boost efficacy

• Acting as a guide for coalition leaders as they get their foot in the door in the Food is Medicine space

• Identifying appropriate policy goals and infrastructure projects to help coalitions move the needle

Develop and implement project plans, including timelines and milestones

Coordinate activities and communication among team members and stakeholders

Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed to meet goals

Ensure that projects are executed within budget and aligned with organizational objectives

Sample Projects:

• Project Manager for Coding4Food, a community-informed initiative aiming to create new Healthcare Common Procedural Coding System (HCPCS) codes to define a spectrum of Food is Medicine interventions as health care services, allowing for their full integration into healthcare system infrastructure.

• Project Manager for the Massachusetts Food is Medicine Service Inventory. Collected data from over 1,200 food service organizations across Massachusetts and worked with a web developer to create a searchable database of Food is Medicine services in the state for health care practitioners

Draft technical documents, such as policy briefs, white papers, and research reports

Edit and refine documents for clarity, coherence, and adherence to style guides

Translate complex technical information into accessible and understandable language

Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and completeness

Sample Projects:

• Lead author of Mainstreaming Produce Prescriptions in Medicaid Managed Care: A Policy Toolkit and Resource Library

• Developing internal policy briefs for organizations

• Subject matter expert reviewer for white papers

Create and deliver lively and informative talks for diverse audiences, making key messages clear and impactful

Share expertise in panel discussions and conferences, fostering insightful conversations and collaboration

Organize and host webinars to disseminate valuable information, engage audiences virtually, and facilitate interactive discussions

Plan in-person events to introduce the concept of Food is Medicine, share research, or align stakeholders on common goals

Sample Projects:

• Planned and facilitated DC Food is Medicine Community Conversations to boost local Food is Medicine interest and engagement

• Planned and managed a 2-day virtual event to bring stakeholders together to discuss issues related to Food is Medicine medical coding

• Panelist and speaker at a number of Food is Medicine events