Business Development Coordinator – Programming

Campbell County; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell County Economic Development is seeking a highly organized Business Development Coordinator – Programming in Rustburg, VA. This full-time role focuses on coordinating agricultural and small-business programs that provide producers with marketing resources, business support, and educational opportunities.

The coordinator will connect with the agricultural community, manage workshops, and collaborate with Virginia Cooperative Extension to deliver impactful programming and grant-funded

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, business administration, economic development, marketing, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience coordinating educational programmes, workshops, or community initiatives.
• Experience in agriculture, agribusiness marketing, or Extension partnerships.
• Grant research, writing, or programme administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate agricultural and small-business programs, workshops, and trainings (Campbell Connects and Start Small Campbell).
• Facilitate outreach for CSA programs, farmers markets, and agribusiness marketing.
• Build relationships with local farmers and agribusinesses to inform programming needs.
• Coordinate farm tours, business networking events, and Agriculture Appreciation activities.
• Research and apply for agriculture-focused grants; administer grant programs.
• Collaborate with Virginia Cooperative Extension on programming and resource sharing.
• Support community agriculture initiatives with schools, libraries, Master Gardeners, Farm Bureau, and others.

Skills

Programme coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, business administration, economic development, marketing, or related field

Job description

Business Development Coordinator – Programming

Full Time Job Rustburg, VA, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1463

Salary Range: $40,000.00 To $45,000.00 Annually

Business Development Coordinator – Programming

Department of Economic Development

$40-45K Dependent on experience and education

Position Overview: Campbell County Economic Development is seeking a highly organized and engaging Business Development Coordinator – Programming. This role is primarily a small business program coordination position responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering business development programs with a focus on the agriculture sector. The coordinator must be able to connect with and relate to the agricultural community, but the top priority is coordinating effective business development programs that provide producers with marketing resources, business support, and educational opportunities.

Performs with excellence, the following tasks, including but not limited to:

• Coordinate agricultural and small-business programs, workshops, and trainings—including Campbell Connects (semi-annual) and Start Small Campbell (2x/year).
• Facilitate outreach for Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, farmers markets, food hubs, and agribusiness marketing initiatives.
• Build relationships with local farmers and agribusinesses to inform programming needs.
• Coordinate farm tours, business networking events, and Business/Agriculture Appreciation activities.
• Research and apply for agriculture-focused grants; administer awarded agriculture grant programs.
• Collaborate closely with Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) on programming and resource sharing.
• Support community agriculture initiatives in partnership with schools, libraries, Master Gardeners, Farm Bureau, and other local organisations.
• Assist with marketing agritourism assets, local food programmes, and agricultural businesses.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, business administration, economic development, marketing, community development, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience coordinating educational programmes, workshops, or community initiatives.
• Experience in agriculture, agribusiness marketing, or Extension partnerships.
• Grant research, writing, or programme administration experience.

Core Skill Sets:

• Ability to work effectively with agricultural producers and diverse community partners.
• Strong programme coordination, communication, and organisational skills.