Director, Government Relations, Bio & Food Security - Washington DC

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Job Description Director Government Relations Biomanufacturing & Food Security - Washington DC Position Summary: The role will lead federal advocacy and policy engagement on biomanufacturing and food security issues. This role requires direct lobbying before Congress and federal agencies, as well as strategic alignment with global government relations teams to ensure consistency across international business segments. The Director will monitor U.S. legislative and regulatory developments, shape policy positions, lead advocacy strategies, and cultivate relationships with policymakers, regulators, industry partners, and civil society stakeholders. This is a U.S.-focused role with responsibility for coordinating with global counterparts. The position will undertake the following: Federal Advocacy & Lobbying - Represent the organization before U.S. Congressional offices, committees, and federal agencies on biomanufacturing, bioeconomy, and food security issues. - Build and maintain relationships with Members of Congress, staff, and Executive Branch policy leads. - Prepare and deliver lobbying materials including legislative asks, bill language suggestions, briefings, testimony, and pos...