The Pennsylvania Pork Producer’s Council (PPPC) was established in 1967 and represents all pork producers in PA advocating for their needs and promoting the pork industry. The Pennsylvania Pork Council is dedicated to advancing research, education, and promotion initiatives to support all pork-producing entities in Pennsylvania.

We are seeking a talented Communications Specialist to join our team! The ideal candidate will be adept at social media usage in a business context and will possess a combination of agriculture experience and exceptional communication skills. The Communications Specialist will report to the PPPC Executive Director, carrying out the work outlined by the PPPC Board of Directors in the PPPC Strategic Plan. The Communications Specialist will be an integral part of the PA Pork team, regularly attending events, participating in organizational planning and executing work on behalf of the PPPC.

Responsibilities:

Program Management and Reporting

• Develop, oversee, and evaluate reporting mechanisms to effectively convey program efficacy to industry stakeholders.
• Develop programs directly correlated to the PA Pork Strategic Plan
• Engage in producer and consumer-facing programming efforts
• Manage requests for materials for community organizations. Ex: County Fairs, local pork events etc.

Content Development

• Social Media management
• Email newsletter development
• Producer and consumer-facing digital and print media development
• Content calendar development

Qualifications:

• Previous experience using social media and digital marketing tools in a professional setting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information in a clear and engaging manner.
• Experience using graphic design tools like Canva to create visually appealing content.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrates professionalism and the ability to maintain confidential information.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Production agriculture experience and/or a degree in Agriculture is preferred
• A passion for the agricultural industry and a commitment to promoting its interests and objectives.

Other Requirements:

• This position works remotely, based in Central PA.
• Flexibility is key, as occasional off-hour commitments and travel may be necessary.
• Attend in-person events, including bi-monthly Board Meetings, PA Farm Show, Ag Progress Days, Keystone Pork Expo and other industry-relevant events. Occasional additional travel may occur, less than 20% of overall time. Travel is primarily in the Central PA – Harrisburg/Lancaster area

Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the pork community!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Social media strategy: 2 years (Preferred)
• Digital marketing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote