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Meeting and Events Specialist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Flexible work schedule

Job Description

The California Farm Bureau Federation (CAFB) is a prominent and mission-driven organization dedicated to representing and advocating for the interests of California's farming community. Established to support farmers across the state, CAFB plays a pivotal role in promoting agricultural sustainability, fostering community engagement, and ensuring that the voices of farmers and agricultural professionals are amplified within both public and private sectors. The Federation's commitment to promoting agriculture as a cornerstone of California's economy is demonstrated through its dynamic programming, member services, educational initiatives, and strategic events.

As a leading agricultural advocacy group, CAFB hosts a range of member and ... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in event planning or project management
  • Minimum of 3 years previous event planning experience
  • Expertise collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive meeting preparation and execution
  • Experience processing and tracking invoices to ensure timely payments and budget tracking
  • Strong understanding of best practices for industry meetings and events
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Proficiency with iMIS and Access software
  • Ability to prepare business correspondence clearly and concisely
  • Detail oriented and able to balance multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Beginning knowledge of accounting systems
  • Mission-driven with a passion for helping people and providing excellent customer service

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or relevant event planning or project management experience
  • Minimum of 3 years event planning experience
  • Expertise collaborating with cross-functional teams for meeting preparation and execution
  • Experience processing and tracking invoices and ensuring budget compliance
  • Strong understanding of best practices for industry meetings and event organization
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, iMIS, Access, and other software
  • Ability to generate clear business reports, proposals, and communications
  • Detail oriented and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Beginning knowledge of accounting systems
  • Passion for customer service and mission-driven teamwork

Job Duties

  • Manage the CAFB Annual Meeting project plan and drive execution of plan tactics amongst Member Engagement and other departments
  • Provide meeting status updates with risk mitigation and enhancement recommendations
  • Write, deliver, and evaluate RFPs for event locations including contract review and negotiation
  • Plan member-facing event entertainment including music, guest speakers, and entertainment scheduling
  • Oversee registration process for all CAFB meetings and events
  • Create and execute communication and marketing plans for events to drive attendance and engagement
  • Track expenses, reconcile invoices, and create financial reports for meetings and events

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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