NASDA Associate Director, International Trade Outreach - National Association of State Departments of Agriculture

Full Job Description

The Associate Director of International Trade Outreach leads initiatives to connect relevant stakeholders to NASDA trade initiatives. The position also supports programmatic, financial, compliance and administrative functions for our cooperative agreements with USDA-FAS . The position aids with the support of multiple trade activities both domestic and international and supports all NASDA's export promotional activities.

NASDA employees earn a competitive salary and enjoy an excellent work culture at an organization with exceptional perks, including a flexible schedule and an incredible mission.

ABOUT NASDA

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association representing the elected and appointed commissioners, secretaries, and directors of the state departments of agriculture. NASDA enhances American food and agriculture communities through policy, partnerships, and public engagement.

We recognize that to achieve our goals, we need employees who are as passionate about agriculture as we are. We strive to create a positive work environment that our employees can be proud of and where they can build their careers.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Develop an outreach strategy for relevant stakeholders in each of NASDA's target countries including U.S. cooperators, regional associations and global initiatives
• Implement a social media strategy developed in conjunction with NASDA's communications team to highlight all trade activities including NASDA's trade shows and trade missions
• Assist with planning outbound and inbound trade mission itineraries for delegations to and from Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America, the UK and the EU
• Prepare regular reporting for both internal and external users
• Assure compliance with federal agencies including procurement documentation, contracts and budget management under Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG)
• Assist with evaluation collection from trade missions, and other FAS-related activities.
• Assist in submitting information for funding applications for FAS grant programs on an annual basis
• Develop and implement follow-up strategies after missions to enhance the value of the program

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required
• Experience working with USDA, FAS, FAS cooperators, international agriculture sector is preferred
• An understanding of agriculture and NASDA is preferred
• 2-3 years of experience working in an international focused role
• Superior interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization
• Experience in social media strategy and implementation
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional critical thinking skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment and resolve problems
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Strong presentations skills
• High level of independence in day-to-day tasks
• Self-motivated as well as a team player
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented work environment
• Willing to learn new duties and technology-related skills as required

SALARY $85,000- $100,000.00

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time, exempt position works at NASDA headquarters at 4350 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA, two blocks from the Ballston Metro Station (orange and silver lines).

We offer a hybrid work schedule, with three days in the office and two days working from home.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Attendance at occasional meetings outside of the office and in the Washington, DC area
• Attend NASDA's trade shows, international trade missions and/or shows and other FAS related events, both domestic and international
• 40% travel - international and domestic
• Hybrid work environment
• Physical ability to work on a computer at a desk for long periods
• Physical ability to occasionally lift to 25 pounds

BENEFITS

• PTO for vacation, sick leave, and volunteer hours
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development
• 401k - 100% match up to 4%

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a rapid and easy application process. Please complete our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application and attach your cover letter and resume to your application. Applications without a cover letter and resume will not be considered. We look forward to meeting you!

- If you have issues attaching your cover letter to the application, please email it to careers@nasda.org.

Location: 22203

Application close date: 10/31/2024

NASDA does not discriminate in employment practices or programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, political beliefs, or family status.