Jobs and Internships

The Food Research and Action Center (FRAC) is the leading national organization working to improve public policy to eradicate hunger and under-nutrition in the United States. FRAC engages in research, analysis, training, technical assistance, advocacy, and public education to improve public nutrition programs and broaden their reach. FRAC and its anti-hunger partners throughout the U.S. work to alert the public and policymakers to the extent of hunger and its impact, and forge workable solutions at the national, state and community levels.

Current Openings and General Internship Information

Director of Administration and Human Resources

Position Available

The Food Research and Action Center (FRAC), a nonprofit public policy, research, and advocacy organization that works to end hunger in the U.S., is seeking a Director of Administration and Human Resources.

The Director of Administration and Human Resources oversees all office operations, including facilities and technology infrastructure, and is directly responsible for human resources policies and support. This key position reports to the Chief of Staff and has significant direct interaction with the President.

Organizational Background

The Food Research and Action Center is the leading national nonprofit organization working to improve public policies and public-private partnerships to eradicate hunger and undernutrition in the United States. FRAC works with hundreds of national, state and local nonprofit organizations, public agencies, corporations and labor organizations to address hunger, food insecurity, and their root cause, poverty.

Responsibilities

This position leads a team of three staff members. Primary areas of responsibility include:

  • Human resources: manages recruitment of personnel; maintains personnel records; monitors the performance management system and compensation setting process; manages the collective bargaining agreement and maintains personnel policies; serves as the in-house resource on HR-related compliance issues; provides payroll updates to Controller and verifies bi-weekly payroll for accuracy.
  • Benefits administration: oversees employee benefits, including health, dental, retirement (403B), life insurance, workers’ compensation and leave; administers enrollment processes; manages and maintains contracts.
  • Office management: manages the overall daily office operations; manages vendor relationships and contracts; reviews operating costs and suggests cost-saving measures; manages facilities leases and serves as primary liaison with landlords; oversees office operating procedures; maintains organizational insurance coverage; manages the petty cash, daily cash receipts and bank deposits processes.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of management level comprehensive human resources experience required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience in benefits administration.
  • Experience in developing, documenting and implementing policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of federal and District of Columbia HR regulations.
  • Prior office management background with experience in vendor relations and facilities management.
  • Excellent analytical reasoning and decision-making capabilities.
  • Strong written/oral communication skills with an ability to interact and communicate with all types of staff.
  • Ability to manage multiple ongoing responsibilities and prioritize deadlines.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Detail-oriented planning and implementation skills.
  • Financial and/or technology background helpful, but not required.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
  • Strong commitment to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace.
  • Interest in hunger and poverty and their impact upon communities, families, and individuals.

Salary/Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience. Generous leave, health, retirement and other benefits.

To Apply

Send resume, cover letter and brief writing sample (no more than four pages) to:

Director of Administration and Human Resources Search
Food Research and Action Center
1875 Connecticut Ave., N.W., Suite 540
Washington, D.C. 20009

Email: employment@frac.org (Please include “Director of Administration and Human Resources” in subject line.)
Fax: 202/986-2525

No phone calls, please.

Opening/Closing Dates

The position is available immediately. It will close when filled. However, FRAC seeks to hire a qualified individual as soon as possible.

FRAC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. FRAC is firmly committed to a policy against discrimination based on age, sex, race, religious creed, sexual orientation, disability or ethnic or national origin.

Posted: November 30, 2011

General Internship Information

FRAC offers a variety of internship possibilities throughout the year. The number of internships available at any given time fluctuates. FRAC interns work as volunteers or with the support of third party funding sources, such as work study programs. We will be happy to assist you in getting academic credit for your internship.

Interns work directly with policy and development staff and are assigned to specific projects. Our staff considers mentoring an important part of any internship program.

Intern tasks have included working with FRAC’s state and local grassroots network, engaging in research and information analysis, working with Congressional policymakers, attending Congressional hearings, assisting in the production and release of FRAC’s special reports, and assisting with the organization’s fundraising and development activities.

Students with a strong commitment to public interest and anti-poverty issues are encouraged to apply. Other requirements include solid research, writing and communications skills, computer literacy and interest in/knowledge of the political process.

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to:

Internship Coordinator
Food Research and Action Center
1875 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 540
Washington, DC 20009
fax: 202/ 986-2525