FOOD POLICY LEAD - ARGENTINA

Sinergia Animal is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourages people from minoritized groups to apply. We strive to make our organization a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Together, we can work towards a more compassionate world for all beings. 

 

Terms of Employment: Full Time | 40 hours per week 

Reports to Managing Director

Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina 

Language requirement: Fluent in both English and Spanish

 

About Sinergia Animal

Rated as one of the world's most effective animal protection organizations by Animal Charity Evaluators, Sinergia Animal is an international campaigning organization working in countries in the Global South (specifically Latin America and Southeast Asia) to reduce animal suffering and promote more compassionate food choices. 

We use negotiations, investigations, peaceful direct actions, and innovative campaigning methods to expose the suffering of farmed animals and to help build a world in which no animals are exploited for food.

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About the position

We are seeking a Food Policy Lead to support the ongoing implementation and expansion of the Alimentando el Mañana (AEM) program. This role is central to ensuring that institutional commitments are translated into consistent, long-term practice.

Working closely with the Food Policy Senior Lead and territorial teams, the Food Policy Lead strengthens institutional relationships, supports territorial growth, and ensures effective coordination and follow-up across the program. The position emphasizes operational follow-up, systematization, and coordination, along with basic communications support, to ensure that program strategies are implemented, monitored, documented, and continuously improved.

This role is especially critical within AEM’s 2026 strategy, where institutional permanence and structured follow-up are key to sustaining impact as the program continues to scale.
 

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Program follow-up and long-term institutional compliance

• Implementing and maintaining the institutional follow-up system of the AEM program

• Managing and updating the database of institutions

• Monitoring the continuity of plant-based menu implementation in participating institutions

• Preparing written annual feedback and closure reports for participating institutions

• Supporting the creation of reports related to program performance and impact

• Maintaining and updating internal tools such as Monthly Metrics, Highlights, spreadsheets, and tracking documents

• Providing operational support for key program events

• Supporting the team with basic communication tasks linked to program implementation and follow-up, including:

  • preparation of simple visual pieces using Canva (basic level)

  • adaptation of materials for internal and external use (presentations, one-pagers, summaries)

• Coordinating with chefs, nutritionists, volunteers, and partners to ensure alignment with follow-up processes

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess most, if not all, of the following qualities, skills, and characteristics:
 

• A bachelor’s degree in nutrition, social sciences, public health, project management, or a related field is desirable.

• Experience in program implementation, follow-up, or coordination in social, food, health, or sustainability projects.

• Strong organizational and systematization skills, with attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously and work with structured follow-up tools.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary and remote teams.

• Clear written communication skills, especially for internal reporting and institutional feedback.

• Basic skills in Canva or similar design tools for simple visual materials.

• Strong time management skills and ability to work to deadlines.

• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

• Interest in sustainable food systems and plant-based nutrition.

• Proficiency in Spanish; English proficiency is highly desirable.

Benefits at Sinergia Animal

Joining Sinergia Animal means becoming part of a mission-driven NGO dedicated to creating meaningful impact. We value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance:

🌍 Make an Impact: Work with a passionate team driving positive change for animals, people, and the planet.
🏖️ 26 Days of Paid Vacation: Enjoy more time to rest, recharge, and pursue personal interests.
🍽️ Food Allowance: Support for your daily meals to keep you energized.
🩺 Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to take care of you when you need it most.
📚 Professional Development Allowance: An annual budget for courses, training, and skill-building opportunities.
💙 Ollie Mental Health Support: Access to expert-led mental health resources to prioritize your well-being.

At Sinergia Animal, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can thrive while making a difference.

 

Once your application has been reviewed, we will email you further details on its status. If you are moving forward in the process, here’s what to expect*:

1. First Interview: Video call with our People Department

2. Work Simulation assignment: Completed remotely

3. Final Interview: Video call with the direct supervisor

*We will notify you in advance of any changes or additional steps.

 

Please note that the position will remain open until the process is fully concluded.