The American Soybean Association (ASA) is looking for an executive director of government affairs to lead and manage its D.C.-based advocacy team, oversee development and implementation of policy advocacy, and execute on ASA’s strategic plan. This position will collaborate across ASA departments, with the board of directors and soy state affiliate members, and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

 

ASA is a national trade association that advocates on behalf of U.S. soybean farmers on domestic and international trade issues. It is the collective voice of nearly 500,000 producers in the 30 primary soybean-producing states, represented by 26 state affiliate members. ASA is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, and its Government Affairs team is based in Washington, D.C.

 

What’s in it for you:

 

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.  
  • Benefits including medical, dental, paid time off, 401K plan with employer match, maternity/paternity leave, and flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week.
  • An opportunity to join a respected advocacy organization with a 100-plus year track record of success and represent the critical needs of U.S. soybean farmers and agriculture.
  • Ability to lead an outstanding government affairs team.
  • Satisfaction in knowing you make a difference for U.S. soybean farmers, who provide food, feed, fuel, and biobased products to consumers domestically and around the world.

What we need:

 

  • Experience (7-10 years minimum) working on federal legislative and regulatory matters impacting food and agriculture.
  • Keen awareness of Legislative and Executive processes.
  • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, political science or related field.
  • Strong communications skills—spoken, written, and listening.
  • Exceptional organizational and collaborative skills.
  • Can-do attitude.
  • Team-oriented approach.
  • Value-added mindset.
  • Commitment to excellence.
  • Ability to effectively manage a team.
  • Up to 25% travel.

A cover letter and resume are requested.

 

American Soybean Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.