Careers

Join the PBPC team! We strive to enjoy our work and consistently be transparent, inclusive, and professional. We believe that we are a “team of leaders” who “share the problem” to collaborate and achieve success.

We’re Hiring

We’re looking for a Vice President of Government Affairs to help chart association plans, implement an effective issues management program and join our team of leaders.

We’re also looking for a Director of Government Affairs to help ensure that the associations’ advocacy capabilities are bipartisan and effective.

Read the job descriptions below.

Vice President of Government Affairs

Job Title:

Vice President, Government Affairs, Corn Refiners Association (CRA)
Vice-President, Government Affairs, Plant Based Products Council (PBPC)

Reports to:

President & CEO of CRA
Executive Director of PBPC

ABOUT CRA & PBPC

The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) represents the corn refining industry in the United States. Corn refining produces sweeteners, starch, advanced bioproducts, and feed products from corn components such as oil, protein, and fiber. CRA also administers the Plant Based Products Council (PBPC), an organization launched by CRA in 2019 that represents companies manufacturing or using non-food products and materials made from renewable, plant-based inputs. Our organizations place a heavy emphasis on culture to include commitment to the CRA and PBPC missions. Our work is highly collaborative, action-oriented, and fast-paced. We strive to enjoy our work and consistently be transparent, inclusive, and professional. We believe that we are a team of leaders who “share the problem” to collaborate and achieve success.

The Vice President, Government Affairs (VP) is an integral member of the CRA Executive Team, helping to chart association plans and serving as Secretary to the CRA Board. The VP leads a three-person government relations team, with consultants and intern support, and is the team leader regarding implementation of the CRA and PBPC issues management program.

Responsibilities

Team Leader, Issues Management Plan Implementation, including:

Ensure CRA & PBPC advocacy is well executed.
Ensure organizational compliance with relevant federal lobby disclosure, ethics, and campaign finance laws and regulations.
Ensure policies and strategies are regularly reviewed, current and appropriate.
Ensure policies and procedures are timely and efficiently implemented, including:
- Preparation of quarterly reports for submission to CRA members;
- Annual issues management program report to the CRA board; and
- Integration of policy initiatives with governmental and communications advocacy.
Management of political capital development, including oversight of consultants responsible for extending and enriching CRA & PBPC relationships.
Coordination of external affairs and communications activities.
Cultivation of advocacy and industry networks beneficial to CRA & PBPC missions.

Secretary to the CRA Board

Closely monitoring Board discussions to enable well-informed staff follow-up activities.
Preparation of board meeting minutes.

Team Leader, Government Relations Committee

CRA’s Government Relations Committee is responsible for providing guidance, oversight and support to CRA’s government relations function and recommendations to the Board regarding advocacy of CRA policy objectives. The Vice-President is the staff lead for this committee.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree.
At least seven years of progressively responsible experience and demonstrated success in government relations or a related field, preferably in the association and/or government sector.
Success in building and nurturing positive relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders.
Vast network of contacts on and off the Hill and/or within the Administration.
Experience and relationships in food and agriculture and related issues preferred.
Comprehensive writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to:
- Manage teams, consultants and vendors
- Lead advocacy for legislative initiatives
- Lead advocacy for congressional oversight of executive branch activities
- Lead industry coalitions
- Support a trade association committee, including strong corporate members.
Project management and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and stay organized in a fast-paced environment, while managing several projects simultaneously and adjusting to frequently shifting, immediate demands.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Knowledge of Congress.
Knowledge of Executive Branch Decision-making.
Advocacy experience.
Industry knowledge, especially food and agriculture and related fields.
Communications skills – written, oral and presentation.

BENEFITS

This is a full-time employment position in an office environment. CRA has a hybrid work environment that requires in-office work and local residency in the Washington, D.C. metro area.

CRA offers the best-in-class benefits offered, including health insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance; 401(k); sick, vacation, and holiday leave; public transit assistance; parking; and more. We embrace continuous learning and support our team in efforts to grow and develop professionally and personally.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

TO APPLY

Please send resume and cover letter, Subject Line: Vice President, Government Affairs to careers@corn.org.

Director of Government Affairs