5 years of professional experience, including 3 years in training or leadership development.
Excellent facilitation skills for diverse group sizes.
Experience with Microsoft Office for creating visual aids.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Present training programs on various leadership topics for Farm Bureau leaders and employees.
Lead online learning initiatives through Farm Bureau University.
Consult with Farm Bureau organizations on best practices and industry standards.
Assist in developing organization strategies and board training for state Farm Bureaus.
Plan and implement conferences for staff and volunteers.
Benefits
Eligible for telework 2 days a week.
Opportunity to work with a national membership association.
Engagement in meaningful training and development programs.
High visibility within the organization and collaborative work environment.
Full Job Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE: Provide internal consulting and training services for Farm Bureau leadership and organization development.
REPORTS TO: Managing Director, Leadership Development
LOCATION: Washington, DC; eligible for telework 2 days/week
PAY RANGE: $90,000 - $110,000 annually; commensurate with experience.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Present training programs for Farm Bureau volunteer leaders and employees of Farm Bureau. Training programs include a wide range of topics including roles and responsibilities of non-profit boards, effective committees, program planning, public speaking, teambuilding, change management and personal leadership development.
Provide staff leadership for online learning programs through Farm Bureau University.
Provide staff leadership for programs administered by the leadership development team such as New Employee Orientation and Grassroots Engagement Training.
Collaborate with AFBF and state Farm Bureau staff to create resources to support the development of the organization.
Consult with Farm Bureau organizations (county, state, national) on non-profit industry standards, association management trends and Farm Bureau best practices.
Assist state Farm Bureaus in creating and implementing organization development strategies, including program planning, strategic plans and board training.
Plan and implement conferences for staff and volunteers.
Promote the learning and development resources of the American Farm Bureau to decision-makers.
Recommend purchases of leadership and organization development resources.
Provide staff assistance at AFBF annual convention and other AFBF programs (Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Conference and FUSION) as needed.
Provide details for reports to the AFBF Board of Directors.
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of adult education and organization development strategies.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, state Farm Bureau staff and volunteer leaders in a variety of roles. This position is highly visible in the organization and a collaborative approach to achieving goals is essential.
EDUCATION OR TRAINING REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Excellent facilitation skills and confidence level working with large and small groups
5 years• experience in a professional environment, including 3 years• experience in training, leadership development or a relevant field.
Experience with word processing and preparing visual aids in Microsoft Office
Experience working with volunteers, preferably in agriculture
Strong problem-solving ability
Strong time management, organizational skills and ability to manage priorities while traveling
U.S. travel required approximately 65% of the time. Actual travel varies at different times during the year.
Preference will be given to applicants who have all requirements; however, consideration will be given to applicants with at least three year's professional experience. Title and salary commensurate to experience.
