Agriculture Engagement & Events Specialist

Illinois Farm Bureau; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a Consumer Engagement Coordinator in the Agricultural Engagement department to educate Illinois consumers about agriculture and farming families. You will partner with county Farm Bureaus and external organizations to provide resources, engagement ideas, and event support across the state.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, social media savvy, and the ability to manage multiple projects, travel extensively within Illinois, and lift 30–40

Qualifications

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with various social media platforms and understanding of social media optimizations.
• Creative thinker and able to problem solve in the moment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, organized and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes meetings, events, conferences, and trips of various sizes, including marketing and communication, securing sponsors, recruiting participants and volunteers, registration and on-site facilitation.
• Serves as an ambassador and spokesperson for IFB to promote a positive image within the industry and to the public, including presentations to audiences of all sizes.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with staff, county Farm Bureaus and volunteer leadership to promote programs that engage members and youth.
• Administers social media platforms and supports division activities and boards/committees across the state.

Skills

Social media management

Communication skills

Project management

Event planning

Public speaking

Tools

Social media analytics tools

Job description

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a Consumer Engagement Coordinator in the Agricultural Engagement department to educate Illinois consumers about agriculture and farming families. You will partner with county Farm Bureaus and external organizations to provide resources, engagement ideas, and event support across the state.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, social media savvy, and the ability to manage multiple projects, travel extensively within Illinois, and lift 30–40