Corporate Communications & Employee Engagement Specialist

Job Summary

The Corporate Communications Consultant is responsible for crafting and executing internal communication strategies while fostering a strong company culture. This position enhances overall employee engagement by creating various communication materials, managing digital platforms, and organizing company events and special days. This position promotes positive community relations on the Company’s behalf and serves as the liaison between the Company, its employees, and the community. This is a highly visible position requiring sound judgment, creativity, motivation, and discretion. This individual must represent our company in a professional manner, both internally and externally. They must also be capable and comfortable interacting with senior management on a daily basis.

Location: Jackson, MS

Essential Duties

• Maintain a positive, proactive relationship with the company and community. Represent SFBLI at community events. Serve as the main Company representative for all community partners.
• Oversee the Company’s annual budget for community donations and assist in fundraising efforts of various community organizations.
• Photograph persons and events for company publications.
• Coordinates and supports employee engagement, community outreach, volunteer initiatives, charitable partnerships, fundraising events, and corporate social responsibility programs that promote the organization's mission, values, and positive community impact.
• Manage the strategic planning for company resource groups.
• Create and coordinate volunteer surveys and celebrations.
• Responsible for reporting data to leadership.
• Participates in cross training opportunities to develop working knowledge of multiple functions within the department.

Experience/Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field
• Two to four years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related professional field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite applications, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Adobe Express.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of Farm Bureau organizational structure, culture, and company history preferred.
• Demonstrated photography skills with the ability to capture high-quality visual content.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation delivery.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with a high degree of emotional intelligence and professionalism.
• Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and report data to support communications and engagement initiatives.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous personal and professional development through ongoing learning opportunities.

Employee Benefits: We value our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package:

1. Health Insurance:
   • Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
   • Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
   • Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
2. Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
   • Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
   • Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
3. Weight Management Programs:
   • Customized weight management plans.
   • Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
4. Employee Engagement:
   • Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
   • Fun teambuilding activities.
5. Annual events for employees and their families
   • Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
   • Family Fun Night
6. Onsite Cafe:
   • Convenient access to nutritious meals.
   • Promoting healthy eating habits.
7. Learning & Development:
   • Continuous learning opportunities.
   • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
8. Mentorship Programs:
   • Pairing employees with mentors.
   • Professional growth and guidance.
9. Promotional Opportunities:
   • Advancement within the company.
   • Career growth prospects.
10. Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
    • Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
    • Retirement planning.
11. Volunteer Days:
    • Paid time off for volunteering.
    • Contributing to the community.