Consumer Engagement & Outreach Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Incentive plan

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a Consumer Engagement Coordinator in the Agricultural Engagement department to connect with Illinois’ non-farm audiences and explain agriculture in clear terms. You will partner with county Farm Bureaus, divisions, and external organizations to deliver consumer engagement resources and insights.

You will help develop Farm Bureau members by providing learning experiences and resources for in-person and online engagement, while coordinating meetings, events and

Qualifications

• Typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with colleagues on the development, direction and management of assigned programs.
• Plans and executes meetings, events, conferences, and trips of various sizes, including building agendas, marketing and communication, securing sponsors, recruiting participants and volunteers, registration, detailed event logistics, and on-site facilitation.
• Serves as an ambassador and spokesperson for IFB and assigned program(s) to promote a positive image within the industry and to the public, including presentations to audiences of all sizes.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff, county Farm Bureaus (CFBs) and volunteer leadership. Collaborates to promote various programs that engage prospective, new and existing members, including youth, collegiate and Young Leaders.
• Administers social media platforms.
• Provides staff assistance and support for division activities and/or represent IFB on various boards, committees and groups throughout the state, as assigned.

Skills

Social media

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Multitasking

Job description

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a Consumer Engagement Coordinator in the Agricultural Engagement department to connect with Illinois’ non-farm audiences and explain agriculture in clear terms. You will partner with county Farm Bureaus, divisions, and external organizations to deliver consumer engagement resources and insights.

You will help develop Farm Bureau members by providing learning experiences and resources for in-person and online engagement, while coordinating meetings, events and