Pros
Meaningful work that directly influences decision-making, policies, and strategies to reduce food waste and its environmental impact Opportunity to assume diverse roles and responsibilities with lots of room to gain experience and development skills in various areas Great for networking - opportunity to connect with experts, policymakers, and professionals in the sustainability and food waste reduction fields
Cons
Like most non-profits, ReFED operates on a sizable albeit limited budget, which might affect the availability of resources for projects Expectation to take on multiple responsibilities due to lean staffing, sometimes leading to a heavy workload Few opportunities for vertical career advancement compared to larger companies