Event Planner

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Mission & Vision

Global Deeds is devoted to systemically disrupting the cycle of poverty by assisting public schools, nonprofits, and corporations in empowering disadvantaged youth through modern education and employment.

We create customized support systems that enable students to reach their potential as technically savvy, financially stable and socially-conscious citizens.

With our collaborative network of corporate sponsors and advocates within 41 cities, we will cultivate enthusiasm in the next generation and ultimately reduce poverty rates in the Global Deeds community and beyond.

Volunteer Event Planner Description

This position is open only to experienced individuals who seek to gain visibility for their event planning businesses or candidates with a large online follow up and years of experience coordinating high-ticket sales events.

We are looking for successful and enthusiastic event planners to produce events from conception through completion. Event planner responsibilities include:

1. Event design and logistics
2. Searching for event sponsors
3. Drafting an event description / plan
4. Securing a venue
5. Designing Eventbrite invitations and marketing materials
6. Ordering catering services
7. Coordinating the lights/sound and camera crew
8. Coordinating the auction team
9. Employing security personnel and servers under our guidance as necessary
10. Coordinating the volunteer team
11. Assisting with the recruitment of special guests and following up under our guidance
12. Generating and cleaning email lists
13. Promoting the event online, via the press and via email (EPK)
14. Setting up press conferences

Additional Responsibilities

• Liaise with sponsors to identify their needs and to ensure customer satisfaction
• Conduct market research, gather information and negotiate contracts prior to closing any deals
• Provide feedback and periodic reports to stakeholders
• Propose ideas to improve provided services and event quality
• Organize facilities and manage all event’s details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material, etc
• Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations
• Specify staff requirements and coordinate their activities
• Cooperate with marketing and PR to promote and publicize event
• Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day
• Conduct pre- and post - event evaluations and report on outcomes
• Research market, identify event opportunities and generate interest

Requirements

• Proven experience as an events planner or organizer (summits and galas)
• Impressive portfolio of previously managed events (weddings, meetings, parties, corporate events)
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Sales skills and ability to build productive business relationships
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently
• MS Office proficiency
• Willing to submit references from previous clients
• BS in Event Management, communications, or related field

Benefits:

• This is a commission-based position that could also be done on a pro-bono/volunteer basis.
• Testimonials from the Global Deeds team and guests
• Recommendations and networking opportunities
• Award nominations upon successfully completing the work

Non-disclosure

Must be willing to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement that protects Global Deeds intellectual property. All that is designed in-house and/or in our support will belong to the organization.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT:

Deep respect for others is fundamental to the Global Deeds community.We thrive as we embrace diversity at every level.Global Deeds Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any person based on actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, use of guide or support animals and/or mechanical aids, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.