Events Programme and Membership Manager
Salary: £24,000 - £29,000 per annum
Why work for the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF)?
The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers is a multi-award-winning association focusing on the unique needs of dairy producers. Our team is passionate about the dairy industry and helping drive forward a profitable and thriving industry by:
1.Influencing and lobbying on the issues that most matter to the sector
2.Developing and nurturing young talent
3.Improving business resilience
4.Identifying and showcasing ground-breaking innovation
We believe every dairy farmer has the right to a profitable and rewarding future, and it is our privilege to help.
We are the go-to organisation for all things dairy and are renowned for organizing award-winning national events of all shapes and sizes- from 60 guests to 6,000 and more. This year we received two top national awards from the National Association Awards (NAA) for Best Online Event and Best Lobbying Campaign.
What the job involves:
This role has come about due to an internal promotion. So, if you are passionate about managing engaging event programmes as well as promoting the association's membership, then this role as Events Programme and Membership Manager could be perfect for you.
You will be working as part of a small, energetic and driven team. You must have a go-getting attitude, be a good networker, strive for the best in everything you do and thrive on seeing your hard work come to fruition through successful events and feedback from members.
Knowledge of the dairy industry and organising event programmes isn’t essential, but some knowledge of UK agriculture would be preferred.
Events Programme and Membership Manager
Reporting to: Managing Director
Overall Responsibility: See below
Length of contract: Full time
Specific Responsibilities
1.Manage the programme and speakers for the national Dairy Tech event
2.Represent the RABDF at external events
3.Oversee the Entrepreneurs in Dairying course, in association with our partners
4.Be the go-to person for RABDF Membership
5.Oversee the annual membership renewal process
6.Organise and send out the RABDF monthly membership E-newsletter - Milk Digest
7.Work with the land-based colleges with the aim of signing them up as members (this may be a new strain of membership), RABDF to promote their courses and knowledge
8.Lead on the following RABDF awards – Dairy Student Award, Royal Innovation Award, Farm Health Management Awards
9.Any other tasks given by the MD
If you have the required skills and experience and wish to apply for this position, please click on the 'Apply Now' button.
***Overseas applicants - please note, this job is NOT SPONSORED, so please do not apply unless you have the legal right to live and work in the UK***
