National Affairs Coordinator

Florida Farm Bureau Federation is currently seeking a National Affairs Coordinatorto advocate on behalf of the organization with a focus on federal legislation and regulation.

The listed pay range is the starting salary for the position.

At Florida Farm Bureau Federation, you will be part of the state’s largest agricultural organization representing 132,000 member families. You will be inspired to share in one voice focused on the future of what we eat, wear, and use every day so that agriculture thrives for future generations.

Why Florida Farm Bureau Federation?

• You’ll be advocating on behalf of Florida’s farmers and ranchers.
• Your efforts will help ensure locally grown, healthy food options are available for families.
• You get to work with a passionate team of professionals and advocates.
• You’ll have a positive work environment with supportive managers and teammates.
• You will experience the reward of assisting in the healthy future of what we eat.
• You will be part of a company that invests in you!

At Florida Farm Bureau Federation, we understand that attracting the best talent requires more than just a challenging role. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to enrich your life both in and out of the office. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401k Retirement Plan: You will be able to participate in a 401k retirement program with a company match of up to 4% of your annual, eligible gross wages. An annual employer contribution will also be added for all eligible employees each year.
• Company Vehicle: You will be provided a company vehicle that can be utilized for personal use.
• Professional Development: You will have the opportunity to obtain special training and enjoy an annual staff retreat paid for by the company.
• Paid Time Off: As a new employee, you will receive 19 PTO days per year.
• Paid Holidays: You will receive at least 9 paid holidays per year.
• Health Insurance: You will have the opportunity to enroll in health insurance with several options to choose from.
• Other Insurance: You will be able to enroll in other group insurance benefits such as dental, vision, life, disability, other supplemental benefits.
• Flexible Spending Account! You will have the option to have a Flexible Spending Account.
• And there’s more! Your insurance benefits become effective the first of the month following your employment start date!

Reporting to theDirector of Legislative Affairs, the National Affairs Coordinatorworks closely across the Legislative Affairs, Government & Community Affairs, and Agricultural Policy divisions to implement Florida Farm Bureau Federation’s policy priorities at the federal level.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Serve as liaison with Florida’s 30 congressional offices and staff.
• Coordinate FFBF’s Political Action Committees, including fundraising and other political activities.
• Responsible for supporting and organizing county legislative programs.
• Manage assigned advisory committees, setting meeting dates and agendas, maintaining accurate minutes of the meetings, and building consensus among members to reach policy objectives.
• Grasp agricultural-related policy initiatives, programs, and/or agency rules and communicate effectively with other staff and/or members.
• Work with volunteers to achieve policy and legislative goals.
• Develop, prepare, and present reports to staff, members, or others on various agricultural-related issues.
• Deal with media through interviews and written comments.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited four-year college or university;
• One to three years of related experience;

OR equivalent combination of education and related experience.

• Possess sound communications skills, including both speaking and written delivery.
• Possess necessary computer skills to compile and present data in a variety of formats.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or government regulations.
• Ability to effectively write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from members, elected officials, and the general public.
• Ability to solve practical business problems and interpret a variety of instructions and information furnished in written, oral, or other forms.

Florida Farm Bureau Federation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $63,234.00 - $82,199.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Tallahassee, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person