Head Of Policy

The Good Food Institute The Good Food Institute (GFI) is an international network of nonprofit think tanks working to build a more sustainable, secure, and just food system. In partnership with scientists, corporates, and policymakers, we accelerate the development and adoption of plant-based, fermentation-enabled, and cultivated proteins. Our goal is to make these foods delicious, affordable, and accessible to consumers around the world. Powered by philanthropy, GFI advances alternative proteins as a critical solution to some of the world's most pressing challenges, including climate change, food security, public health, and biodiversity loss. Our mission is simple: A thriving world, fed sustainably. About the role Policy plays a critical role in determining how quickly alternative proteins can develop and scale. Governments shape research funding, regulatory pathways, innovation ecosystems, and broader food system priorities. As Head of Policy, you will help ensure that alternative proteins are part of these conversations across the Asia-Pacific region. This is a senior leadership role within GFI APAC. You will set the direction for our policy work, lead a small team of policy professionals, and build relationships with key stakeholders and partners. You will also help identify where GFI APAC can have the greatest impact and translate that into practical policy strategies. GFI APAC evolves from a primarily regional model to a more country-focused approach. GFI Japan and GFI Korea lead policy engagement in their respective markets, while GFI APAC policy team members focus on Southeast Asia and work closely with our strategic partner in Australia, Cellular Agriculture Australia (CAA). Alongside these country efforts, GFI APAC also engages with regional and multilateral institutions where coordinated action can advance alternative proteins across multiple markets. As Head of Policy, you will provide strategic oversight and support across these country programmes while also leading policy initiatives that transcend national boundaries. How you will make a difference 1. Set the strategic direction for GFI APAC's policy work and execute effectively You will lead the development and implementation of GFI APAC's policy strategy, ensuring alignment with our long-term goals and organisational priorities. Key responsibilities include: Developing regional and multilateral policy strategies, including engagement with international organisations, regional institutions, and cross-border initiatives. Providing strategic oversight and guidance to country-level policy strategies across APAC. Identifying emerging opportunities, risks, and priority markets. Supporting the effective execution of policy plans and ensuring resources are focused on the highest-impact opportunities. 2. Advance GFI APAC's mission through external engagemen t A significant part of this role involves building relationships and representing GFI externally to accelerate innovation and the adoption of alternative proteins. Key responsibilities include: Building and maintaining relationships with external, senior key stakeholders and partners. Developing coalitions and partnerships that strengthen the alternative protein ecosystem. Representing GFI APAC in meetings, events, and media engagements. Maintaining a strong understanding of the policy and stakeholder landscape across APAC and identifying opportunities to increase GFI's influence, credibility and effectiveness. Working closely with colleagues across GFI, such as Communications and Development, to maximise impact. 3. Lead and empower the policy team Managing, supporting, and developing two Policy team members. Setting clear priorities and performance expectations. Overseeing budgets, team development and other line management duties. Supporting strategic activities from CAA, mentoring policy specialists in GFI Korea and GFI Japan and ensuring alignment across the region. Helping the team translate ambitious strategies into practical execution. Creating a collaborative, evidence-based, inclusive, and outcome-oriented team culture, and actively nurturing a strong sense of belonging and shared purpose within a remote and internationally distributed team. Creating a collaborative, evidence-based, inclusive, and outcome-oriented team culture, and actively nurturing a strong sense of belonging and shared purpose within a remote and internationally distributed team. 4. Strengthen alignment across GFI You will…