Event Planner Volunteer

Event Planner Volunteer

This is an unpaid Volunteer Intern position.

Assist the fundraising specialist with responsibilities, coordinate planning of fundraising events including site selection and partner coordination. Create unique event ideas and help at the actual event to ensure everything goes according to plan.

Position responsibilities include coordinating activities of staff and convention personnel for group meetings and conventions. Plan, arrange, and organize every aspect of corporate meetings and events, including venue selection, stage, decorations, food stalls, lighting, sound and video systems.

• Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with regulations and participant satisfaction.
• Confer with staff at the chosen event site to coordinate details.
• Inspect event facilities to ensure they meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs, printing, and security.
• Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for meetings, conferences, and conventions.
• Meet with sponsors and organizing committees to plan scope and format of events, establish and monitor budgets, or review administrative procedures and event progress.
• Review event bills for accuracy and approve payment.
• Evaluate and select providers of services according to customer requirements.
• Arrange availability of audio‑visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs.
• Plan and develop programs, agendas, budgets, and services according to customer requirements.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.