Communications, Marketing and Events Associate

Communication, Marketing, and Events Associate **Status**: Full\-time Regular **Type of Recruitment**: External **Location**: Fargo **Minimum Qualifications**: · Requires an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture communications, marketing or events planning. · Entry\-level (0\-2\+ years of prior experience in communications, marketing, events support role). **Preferred Qualifications:** · Associate degree required (Bachelor’s desired) · Work experience in ag journalism · Work experience in communications outreach · Work experience in event planning \& implementation · Work experience in graphic design · Base understanding of agriculture · Willingness to travel in North Dakota \& Minnesota **Other Responsibilities:** · Possess a valid Driver’s License · Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director **Reporting Responsibilities:** · The position reports directly to the Executive Director **Position Description** The Communication, Marketing and Events Associate supports the execution of marketing campaigns, coordinates and implements promotional events and provides support to the administrative staff when working with vendors. This hybrid role bridges education and promotion of dry edible beans to the public. This role will coordinate and implement approved strategies on behalf of the NBGA Board of Directors. **Key Responsibilities** **Communications \& Content** · Draft, copyedit, proofread and revise content. That may include social media posts, magazine articles, blog posts, newsletters, press releases, President addresses, and media talkers. · Proofread marketing collateral, reports, and digital content for brand consistency. · Design, test, and launch email marketing updates and membership blasts. · Coordinate with graphic designers or utilize basic design software to create promotional assets. · Maintain a running content story list. · Develop strong relations with vendors who are building the content. **Marketing Execution** · Develop contacts with media members, influencers, and community leaders. · Serve as liaison between media, farmer\-leaders and NBGA staff. This includes coordinating interviews, preparing background materials, and developing key messages. · Coordinate and participate in conferences, trade shows, and media interviews. · Contribute to organizational planning, grant writing, project reporting as needed. · Support and participate in education \& promotional events developed by NBGA **Event Coordination** · Support administrative business units to determine event budget and manage expenses. · Coordinate event logistics, including vendor communication, registration tracking, and material preparation. · Serve as troubleshooter during events to ensure smooth execution. · Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends for live events. · Willingness to work in coordination with stakeholder commodity groups to achieve event success. · Willingness to travel domestically and internationally. **Compensation and Benefits:** This is a full\-time position (40 hours/week) with an annual salary in the range of $42,000\-$48,000\. Northarvest Bean Growers Association (NBGA) offers a flexible benefits package to all employees, including paid time off, holidays, a group health care plan, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short \& long\-term disability coverage, and SEP/IRA retirement plan. NBGA is a 501(c)5 nonprofit organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. How to Apply: To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to mitch@northarvestbean.org Pay: $42,000\.00 \- $48,000\.00 per year Benefits: * Cell phone reimbursement * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Work Location: In person