Phinney's believes in keeping people and their beloved pets together. We do this by extending a helping hand to pet parents in need.

Overview

Phinney's Friends is seeking a volunteer Event Manager to assist with events that will help us attain fundraising goals to cover the expenses of pet care and pet supplies for those in need. While most events are online during the current pandemic, we will move to more in-person events as it becomes safe to do so.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Fundraising Director and Fundraising Team to identify and plan event fundraising opportunities
• Serve as the point of contact for vendors, sponsors and event volunteers
• Manage the registration of attendees, including responding to questions
• Support marketing activities to drive registrations
• Assist with "Day of" management of activities

Qualifications and Expectations

• Direct experience in planning and executing both small and large-scale events (online events is a plus)
• 2+ years’ experience in a professional environment is required
• Ability to project manage and manage/drive on simultaneous projects
• Strong customer focus and desire to collaborate with others
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to quickly adapt to change
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to exhibit entrepreneurial behavior, humility, and a high sense of urgency
• Have patience and a sense of humor