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Delaware, Franklin, Madison & Union County Farm Bureaus Internship

Position Overview

Provide special project and program support to the Organization Director to meet the needs of the membership relative to established organizational goals and objectives. An ideal candidate should have a knowledge of the agriculture industry. The position will be located at the Franklin County Farm Bureau office and is a part-time position. Potential opportunity for additional hours for programming as needed. Compensation is $10 per hour.

Primary Duties

• Provide support/event coordination to county leaders on county program and special projects as assigned by the Organization Director in pursuit of Ohio Farm Bureau and county Farm Bureau goals and objectives.
• Assist staff with membership prospecting with consumers and farmers in an effort to grow all individual/family membership classifications for members and as well as group memberships and partnerships.
• Assist in maintaining a robust social media presence in the area. Develop content for county newsletter and any other publications.
• Assist staff in all areas of county office operations: To include but not limited to social media, member correspondence, Nationwide agency support, member service and membership marketing.
• Other duties as assigned by Organization Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed at least one year of undergraduate coursework, preferably in an agriculture area of study.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Capacity to motivate, enthuse and recognize volunteers.
• Public speaking abilities.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle.

APPLILCATION PROCESS

Your application should be addressed to Melinda Lee, Organization Director, and consist of three items: a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (indicate relationship to you). In your cover letter, please address how your experience and background meet the requirements of the position. Please combine these as a single PDF file and submit via email to [email protected] and for the subject line, use “Winter Internship Application.”

Deadline to apply: Jan 17, 2025.