Event Coordinators for Community Showcase

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Our organization is actively seeking 2-3 dedicated event coordinator volunteers to plan, coordinate and manage special events for the organization. Assist in identifying venues where events will be held, coordinate logistics and details with venue staff; coordinate in-house planning via handling of correspondence and marketing as directed by management. Keep management up to date on planning process and progress as directed via written reports. This person will also be expected to assist the Founder| President and CEO PR, public relations strategies, sales marketing. The ideal volunteer will be available up to three times a week for 2-3 hours per day. (Days to be determined based on availability). Job Description: Event Coordinator Reports to: President & CEO Purpose: Develop resources to enhance the mission, delivery of pre-scheduled calendar, and ongoing events hosted by Live2Create annually. Status: Non-paid Essential Functions: Special Events, Planning, Communication, Coordination In addition to providing general event support, duties may include, but not limited to:

1. Planning, implementation and follow-up for special events including volunteer events, open houses, immersion weekend, town hall meetings, forums
2. Develop and maintain event software and databases.
3. Manage all aspects of volunteer committees and volunteer coordination, including but not limited to, staffing, recruitment, supervision, training and acknowledgement.
4. Coordinate event logistics, publicity, including public relations, advertising and collateral material design, production and distribution.
5. Responsible for the development and fulfillment of the events budgets.
6. Responsible for in-kind donation solicitations for each event.
7. Coordinate logistics of events.
8. Send thank you notes to all donors in a timely manner.
9. Write, submit and follow-up to ensure placement on media releases and stories to established contacts with local and regional media.
10. Actively participate and staff committees as necessary and appropriate.
11. Assist the President in other fundraising programs or grants as necessary.

1. Minimum two years related experience; nonprofit experience a plus.
2. Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
3. Outgoing and comfortable with people.
4. Passion for the mission and values.
5. Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing.
6. Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a dynamic work environment.
7. Strong attention to detail and ability to work as a team member with minimal supervision.
8. Ability to develop effective work plans, organize details, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
9. Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Planning, and Networking a plus.
10. Background Check
11. Must be at least 18
12. Orientation or Training
13. 6-10 hours a week
14. This is a dedicated volunteer position and is great for someone seeking mentorship and growth in the nonprofit sector.