Outreach & Event Coordinator – Sheboygan Part-Time

• Location 105 Main Street,Glenbeulah, WI, 53023,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Marketing and Outreach
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

• Phone  x155

Position Title:

Outreach & Event Coordinator, Sheboygan Chapter
- Part Time

Status:
Part-time

Pay: $18-$20

Hours 0-15 hours/week

Are you looking for a position that brings purpose to your life? Would you like to wake up every day knowing that you are making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? If this sounds like you, then read on for an exciting opportunity to join us at the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin!

The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and related disabilities, and their families, through awareness, education, information, programs, services, and the exchange of ideas and experiences.

DSAW provides programs and services throughout the lifespan as well as educational opportunities and events.

We have an immediate opening for an Outreach & Event Coordinator. The Coordinator will be responsible for planning and implementing family and fundraising events as well as building relationships with families and partner organizations in their region. Successful candidates are positive, energetic, and passionate about helping individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities achieve amazing lives. This position is perfect for someone looking for part-time hours, a moonlighting special education teacher, a parent of a child with Down syndrome or related disabilities, and/or a college student.

Get paid to have the most fun you can imagine, throwing family and awareness events in your area!

As a face of the organization, successful candidates will be outgoing, detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and able to work some nights and weekends in support of events. Project management, event planning, self-direction, and writing skills are important; attention to detail and follow-through are a must. Key attributes are a genuine love of working with people, the ability to take direction and constructive feedback, and a desire to give 100% every day on behalf of individuals with diverse abilities.

Successful candidates will have a positive track record of responsibility and operations for similar organizations or individual efforts. Candidates should be willing to travel frequently. The Coordinator can expect to work additional hours in the early fall to support our fundraising event (Annual Awareness Walk).

• Take ownership of the planning and implementation of fun family events, holiday events, and more
• Complete specific tasks, which may include reserving facilities, purchasing supplies, and collaborating with other partners/vendors
• Send reminder emails to participants registered for events
• Manage volunteers for programs and events
• Assist the Board in planning and/or hosting events in the area as needed
• Other event and program support duties as assigned

• Take ownership of the planning and implementation of the annual local events
• Update project management spreadsheet and ensure timely completion of action items
• Meet frequently with volunteer event committees
• Work with and secure all event facilities, vendors, and special guests
• Solicit donations and monetary sponsor ships
• Print and send sponsor and participant mailings
• Put together raffle baskets
• Purchase supplies
• Create raffle baskets
• Pack and lift boxes
• Set up for the event
• Communicate with participants
• Other event duties as assigned
• Candidate must be available on the event day and in the 3-4 weeks leading up to our walk

• Collaborate with the Chapter Advisory Board to strengthen engagement and leadership
• Assist with the preparation for monthly advisory board or committee meetings, including creating the agenda, pre-read packet, and sending out reminders
• Act as the key point person for the Advisory Board for questions and assistance
• Help the Advisory Board create applicable program and event committees to further their…