Job Title: External Relations Coordinator

Property of: CJ Bio America

1946 Harvest Ave.

Fort Dodge, Iowa  50501

Job #: ESG_A_External Relations Coordinator

REV: 1/30/2025

Department: Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG)

Reports to: Director of ESG

Career Path: P3

Function: Administration

■Full-Time        

 ■ Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The External Relations Coordinator will support strategic initiatives to create and maintain a positive public image for the organization.

Summary of Essential Job 

Functions

General Duties:

Serves as a liaison between the organization and the public.

Be a point of contact (under direction of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Director) for all media and investor inquiries working closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and other subject matter experts. Provide media training for subject matter experts and product managers as appropriate.

Develops and maintains a positive public image for the organization through public-facing communication.

Writes, reviews, and/or distributes press releases and other public-facing communication.

Plan and execute comprehensive internal and external communications strategy to support overall business objectives

Maintain and develop media and industry analyst relations

Conduct proactive media outreach and story development with targeted media

Coordinate communication plans with other teams including events, digital and social marketing

Establishes and maintains positive relationships with media outlets, consumers, government employees, and public interest groups.

Arranges interviews for company’s executives and management.

Evaluates advertising campaigns to ensure consistency with the organization’s public relations strategy.

Develops and/or executes social media and content strategies to release information on the organization in a manner that will promote a positive public image.

May assist with regulatory and regulatory compliance training.

ESG Strategy & Reporting:

Refine and communicate CJ Bio America’s ESG strategy and objectives in conjunction with Company Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Values and Vision

Communicating our ESG progress through Proxy, website, social media, and other communications channels as appropriate

Assist in gathering and analyzing all ESG reporting (e.g. Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS), Sustainalytics and other ESG reporting)

Investor Relations:

Assist in developing ongoing relationships and communications to keep investors well informed on company progress and milestones

Research and develop content and positioning materials and presentations in prep for targeted investor conferences and other thought leadership venues

Ensure all communications and reporting are efficient and consistent, enabling transparency to the extend allowed in compliance with securities regulations

Government Relations:

Oversee and solicit funding for our Political Action Committee (PAC)

Research and promote legislative efforts that are beneficial to the company and our efforts in feed safety, recycling and sustainability.

Collaborate with Product Management and Product Marketing on positioning and messaging targeting government and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as appropriate

Stay current on existing and proposed legislation, meeting with local, state, and federal government officials and lobbyists as appropriate, and updating management on relevant laws and regulations that impact our business

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

Ability to participate in a high performance team-based environment that is fast-learning and adaptive;

Ability to communicate effectively and participate in a continuous improvement culture, including utilizing problem solving skills;

Work in a safe manner;

Computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Excel;

Critical thinking, multi-tasking and troubleshooting skills;

Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing, Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS), Regulatory Affairs, and ESG best practices is preferred

Attention to detail;

Must have a valid Diver License;

Must be able to maintain confidentiality;

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, however business needs may require additional hours worked.

Some domestic travel is expected for this position

Ability to remain in a stationary position up to 85% of shift;

Ability to ascend/descend stairs if necessary;

Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds;

This position does not supervise the work of others

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree & 2 years of directly related work experience

OR

Associate’s Degree & 4 years of directly related work experience

OR                                                                                                           

High School Diploma/GED & 6 years of directly related experience

AND

Previous external relations experience is preferred