Temporary Coordinator, Signature Events

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* Job Summary:

** The Temporary Coordinator supports the planning, execution, and evaluation of fundraising events such as galas, luncheons, and auctions within a regional portfolio. This role collaborates with internal teams and volunteers to ensure seamless logistics, compelling participant experiences, and strong community engagement. With a focus on detail, communication, and donor stewardship, the coordinator plays a key role in advancing the organization’s mission through successful events.
** This is a Temporary, Full-time position, expected to work 35-40 hours a week.
**** Location Requirement:
** This is a
** field-based
** role supporting our
** West Region.*
* ** The preferred candidate will be based in Pacific or Central time zone.
** While the role offers flexibility in work location, to be considered a candidate must reside within the region the position supports to ensure strong local engagement and accessibility.
** Compensation:
** The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is **$24 - $26 per hour.
** Final offers will be based on the candidate'sgeographic location, consider career experience and may vary from this range due to these and other factors.

Temporary Seasonal and Short-term employees are eligible for Spring Health, Sick time, Bereavement, and Jury Duty leave. Temporary, Short-term employees,
** if scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more,
** are also eligible for the following additional MS Society benefits:
** Medical, Flexible Spending and Health Savings, and Commuter benefits**.
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* Primary Responsibilities:

**** Event Planning & Execution Support:
*** Supports regional event planning, execution, and volunteer recruitment for galas, luncheons, and auctions within a regional portfolio.
* Provides onsite staffing support for market and regional events ensuring all logistical elements are in place.
* Develop event materials including but not limited to donor briefings, run of shows, event layouts, and event participant and volunteer lists.
** Volunteer & Vendor Coordination:
*** Support volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and scheduling for events; serve as the point of contact for volunteers, providing clear communications to ensure volunteers are well-informed and engaged.
* Provides support for vendor coordination including but not limited to event supplies management.
* Track inventory and ensure timely delivery and setup of event materials.
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* Cross-Functional Collaboration:

*** Work cross-functionally with regional development coordinators to provide support for regional event or cultivation initiatives.
* Collaborate with development coordinators to promote sharing and adherence to SOPs for enhanced team efficiencies.
* Develop SOPs that support team work streams and provide a consistent execution and donor experience.
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* What We're Looking For:

*** 1+ year of administrative, fundraising, or customer service experience, preferably in a nonprofit or development setting.
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage calendars, track deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with donor databases or CRM systems is a plus.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail in correspondence and data entry.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
* Comfortable supporting event logistics, donor mailings, and general office tasks.
* Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

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** My Experience
** page. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to receiving your application!
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