Reports to: Vice President, Government Relations and Chief Operating Officer

The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) represents the corn wet-milling industry in the United States. Wet milling allows corn to be turned into sweeteners, bioproducts, pharmaceutical ingredients, corn oil, and more. CRA also administers the Plant Based Products Council (PBPC), an association launched by CRA in 2019 that represents companies manufacturing or using products, packaging, and ingredients made from renewable, plant-based materials. The Manager, Government Relations, will support both CRA and PBPC.

The Manager is responsible for representing the policy interests of CRA and PBPC. The Manager works collaboratively with our policy and communications teams to develop strategic plans and tactics to effectively promote policy objectives. The Manager must be adaptable to changing advocacy conditions and member inquiries or requests. The ability to manage multiple projects while staying on strategy, on deadlines, and on budget is a must in this role. The person in this role will work closely with VP of Government Relations, VP of Advanced Bioproducts and other members of senior leadership.

Our organizations place a heavy emphasis on culture. Our work environment is fast-paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative. We strive to be transparent, inclusive, and professional in all that we do. We believe that we are a team of leaders and that we “share the problem” to collaborate and achieve success.

Responsibilities

Policy & Advocacy Support

  • Monitor and track legislative and regulatory developments relevant to CRA and PBPC.
  • Draft policy briefs, fact sheets, talking points, and member updates.
  • Provide logistical and staffing support for advocacy campaigns, congressional briefings, and fly-ins.
  • Assist with compliance and reporting related to lobbying and campaign finance.

Government Relations & Engagement

  • Support relationship-building efforts with congressional offices, federal agencies, and coalition partners.
  • Represent CRA and PBPC at selected external meetings and prepare summaries for internal distribution.
  • Assist with PAC activities, including event coordination and consultant engagement.

Member & Committee Support

  • Assist with preparation of materials for CRA’s Government Relations Committee.
  • Support member communications and respond to routine policy or advocacy questions.

Team Collaboration

  • Collaborate with CRA colleagues across government relations, communications, and policy to ensure coordinated advocacy.
  • Provide project support to senior staff and assist with day-to-day activities of the government relations team.
  • Supervise interns as appropriate.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 2–5 years of professional experience in government relations, public policy, Capitol Hill, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated interest in trade associations, agriculture, or manufacturing policy preferred.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience. Best in class benefits offered, including health insurance plan, life insurance as well as short and long-term disability insurance; 401(k); sick, vacation and holiday leave; public transit assistance. 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 email resume with salary expectations and references to [email protected] , Subject Line: Government Affairs Manager.