Event Coordinator-Volunteer

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**NON-PROFIT PROVIDES PROGRAMS TO YOUTH AND FAMILIES WHO RESIDE IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY AREA**
Description

We at Help In Hope, Inc. are searching for a talented and motivated Event Coordinator to organize outstanding and unforgettable events. You will be responsible for every part of event preparations, such as choosing venues, approving menus, developing seating plans, and evaluating success afterward.

As the Event Coordinator, you should be well-organized and possess a sound knowledge of vendor management. Excellent communication and attention to detail skills are vital in this role, as our success depends on meeting our client's tailored requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify the client’s requirements and expectations for each event.
• Liaise with vendors, exhibitors, and stakeholders during the event planning process to ensure everything is in order.
• Manage all event set-up, tear down and follow-up processes.
• Maintain event budgets.
• Book venues, entertainers, photographers, and schedule speakers.
• Conduct final inspections on the day of the event to ensure everything adheres to the client’s standards.
• Assess an event’s overall success and submit findings.

Qualification/Requirements

• At least 6 months experience as an event coordinator.
• Well-organized with excellent multi-tasking abilities.
• Outstanding vendor management skills.
• Hospitality Management or Public Relations experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits and Recognition

This virtual position provides valuable experience for project development and coordination, event coordination, and nonprofit management students. Also suited to individuals with an interest in gaining experience in the nonprofit sector or in the field of project development and management, and event planning and coordination and anyone dedicated to the positive physical, emotional, and intellectual development of children and youth in the United States. Our volunteers are highly valued members of the Help In Hope, Inc. team and contribute to making a significant difference in the successful execution of Help In Hope, Inc.’s vision and mission, our advocacy, awareness, and education initiatives. Help In Hope, Inc. will provide milestone acknowledgements and reference letters for all volunteers who successfully complete their volunteer placement.

About Help In Hope, Inc.

Help in Hope, Inc. is an 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that seeks to use mentorship to bridge the gap between transitional age youth and their needs. Help In Hope, Inc. provides support to the community by recruiting passionate helping professionals that enhance the development of youth through service. Help In Hope, Inc. strives to provide youth with tools needed to help them emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually to increase their chances of educational/vocational attainment, and independence. Help In Hope, Inc. seeks to help youth foster genuine, healthy, and respectful relationships with their peers and adults. Help in Hope, Inc. will collaborate with caregivers and community resources in efforts to maintain positive changes.