International market development organization based in Washington, D.C. is recruiting an executive assistant. The individual in this position is responsible for providing confidential assistance to the President and CEO and Vice President. This role is key in coordinating and preparing materials for Board of Directors meetings and Board of Delegates meetings, including preparation of minutes for the meetings. The goal of the individual in this position is to provide administrative support the executive team including managing the President’s calendar and coordinating travel details and related travel follow up for the President and CEO and Vice President. The position is based in Washington, D.C. 

USGC is a leading non-profit member association dedicated to expanding exports of U.S. corn, sorghum, barley and related co-products, including ethanol. To promote a healthy work-life balance, we have established programs including telework (two days per week), 37.5-hour workweek, Employee Assistance Programs, paid training/seminars, lunch-and-learn sessions, and more.  USGC also offers competitive health/dental/vision benefits, generous leave policies and generous retirement benefits. The position requires being at the office during work hours at least three days per week.

The minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Three years of experience in office management or as an executive assistant is required. Prior non-profit experience is a plus. The ideal candidate must be detail oriented and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. 

About U.S. Grains Council

The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. USGC develops export markets for U.S. barley, corn, grain sorghum and related products. The Council believes exports are vital to global economic development and to U.S. agriculture's profitability. Founded in 1960, the Council is a private, non-profit corporation with full time presence in 28 locations and programs in more than 50 countries and the European Union. Its unique membership includes producer organizations and agribusinesses with a common interest in developing export markets. Membership funds trigger matching market development funds from the U.S. government and support from cooperating groups in foreign countries to produce an annual development program valued at more than $28 million.

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