AVP, Communications at National Pork Board | Clive, IA | $160K/yr – $190K/yr

National Pork Board

AVP, Communications

Clive, IA (Hybrid)

$160K/yr – $190K/yrSenior Level10+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own and drive high impact reputation and public affairs programs, turning complex agricultural science into clear messages and guiding executive communications across earned, owned and paid media.

Reputation, media and crisis: own proactive and reactive PR, issues management, and media engagement.
Thought leadership and messaging: craft frameworks with industry experts for diverse audiences.
Cross-channel execution: lead integrated campaigns aligned to organizational priorities and measure impact.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead Reputation and Public Relations Efforts - Direct proactive and responsive public relations initiatives, including reputation, image, and issues management.
Develop thought leadership strategies in partnership with industry experts and key opinion leaders.
Collaborate with state pork association communicators and leaders on issues that impact industry reputation.
Translate complex scientific, research, and agricultural topics into clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences.
Serve as a trusted advisor on communications strategy and media engagement.
Drive Strategic Communications - Partner with business leaders to develop and execute communications plans aligned with organizational priorities.
Lead integrated communications campaigns across owned, earned, and paid channels.
Establish messaging frameworks, editorial priorities, and content strategies that support NPB's strategic plan.
Develop audience-focused communications that move stakeholders from awareness to understanding and action.
Define and monitor success metrics, using insights and analytics to continuously improve performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Agricultural Business, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in strategic communications, corporate communications, public relations, or related disciplines.
Demonstrated success leading communications strategies for major food, agriculture, or consumer-facing brands.
Experience leading and developing high-performing communications teams.
Strong expertise in media relations, reputation management, crisis/issues communications, and thought leadership.
Proven ability to simplify complex information and create compelling narratives across multiple channels and audiences.
Experience developing integrated communications strategies across paid, owned, and earned media.
Exceptional relationship-building and influence skills with executives, board members, industry leaders, and subject matter experts.
Strong analytical mindset with experience using performance data and audience insights to optimize communications effectiveness.
Experience managing agencies and vendors to deliver measurable results.

Nice-to-have

Experience working with trade associations, membership organizations, or distributed stakeholder networks.
Knowledge of agriculture, food systems, animal agriculture, or related industries.
Experience leveraging audience insights and business intelligence to shape communications strategy.

Benefits

The National Pork Board offers an exceptional benefits package and work environment.

National Pork Board

We’re proud to support pork producers. Our team works every day to do what’s right for pigs, people and the planet.The National Pork Board is a consumer-focused, producer-led organization that focuses on research, promotion and education to ensure the longevity of pork as a sustainable, nutritious protein. We lead the pork industry as a catalyst and connector to add value and build trust among those who produce, process, sell and consume pork.We strongly support our diverse workforce in many ways by fostering an inclusive and inviting environment. Please consider joining our team if this is a value you share.

Founded in 1986

Clive, Iowa, USA

137 employees (34 in marketing)

www.porkcheckoff.org