Responsibilities

• Drafting and distributing newsletters, announcements, reports, and routine communications to industry stakeholders
• Maintaining and updating website content and digital communications platforms
• Developing grower-facing materials including handbook content, informational documents, and industry guidance materials
• Preparing communications and materials supporting meetings, conferences, and industry events
• Creating engaging content including articles, press releases, social media updates, and promotional materials
• Supporting marketing and promotional initiatives that strengthen awareness and engagement around Oregon hazelnuts
• Supporting trade development and industry outreach initiatives
• Monitoring industry trends, media coverage, and stakeholder interests to identify communication opportunities
• Managing media inquiries and supporting media outreach when appropriate
• Proofreading and editing communications materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, and professional quality

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, or a related field, with demonstrated responsibility for producing written communications, managing digital content, and supporting marketing or promotional initiatives.
• A Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or a related field

Preferred

• Experience working with nonprofit organizations, trade associations, or commodity groups
• Experience in agriculture, food systems, or related industries
• Experience supporting grant-funded marketing or promotional programs
• Experience coordinating communications for industry meetings, conferences, or stakeholder events
• Familiarity with communications in regulated or public-facing organizations