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American Farm Bureau Federation

Communications Assistant

American Farm Bureau Federation, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Coordinate administrative operations for the VP of Communications and the Communications Department; assist with communications projects.REPORTS TO:

Director of CommunicationsLOCATION:

Washington, DC; eligible to earn telework 2 days/week.PAY RANGE:

An hourly equivalent to $50,000 - $55,000 annually.DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide direct support and scheduling assistance to the Vice President of Communications.Provide general support to Communications Directors and staff.Submit invoices and expenses; develop summary budget reports.Assist with arrangements for Communications Department conferences, weekly team meetings, communications operations at annual convention and other meetings.Assist with drafting reports, memos, and other documents.Assist with metrics reporting using media tracking service and other tools.Provide guidance and training on general departmental operating procedures to new staff.Provide relief and back-up assistance to the front desk.Perform other duties and coordinate special projects as assigned.Assist other departments with communications-related tasks and projects.RELATIONSHIPS:Provides general administrative and communications support to the VP of Communications, Communications Directors, and other Communications staff. Works with other AFBF team members, state Farm Bureau Communications Directors, and their staff to update directories, manage requests, and arrange meetings and conferences, as needed.EDUCATION OR TRAINING REQUIRED:College degree or equivalent experience.EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:Knowledge of web-based subscription software.Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.Excellent writing and communication skills.PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/SKILLS:Experience in the communications field is a plus.Knowledge of media measurement tools preferred.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Occasional travel.BENEFITS:Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.401(k) and Pension Retirement Plans.Paid Time Off and Sick Leave.Short- and Long-Term Disability.Education Reimbursement Program.TO APPLY:Please submit a cover letter and resume here.600 Maryland Avenue SW

Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.Suite 1000 Washington DC 20024

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