Coordinator, Signature Events; Midwest

Position: Coordinator, Signature Events (Midwest)
.
*
* Job Summary:

** The 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.
*
* 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.
*
* 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.
*
* 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.
** Location Requirement:
** This is a
** market-based role
** supporting our
** Midwest*
* ** Region --*
* ** Ohio*
* ** Chapter.
** The position requires regular, in-person attendance at meetings, constituent interactions, and events as well as travel as required and necessary up to approximately 50% of the work time. During the remaining time, work is primarily conducted remotely from either a home office or a National MS Society workspace (Society workspace not provided in all geographies). Preferred location(s):
** Ohio
* *** Compensation | Benefits:
** The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is **$50,**. 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.

You will have the opportunity for a highly competitive, comprehensive benefit package that the Society provides to employees. Your benefits include a considerable Paid Time Off Plan;
Paid Holidays; 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match;
Commuter Benefit Plan;
Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Disability Coverage, Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching, as well as additional voluntary benefit offerings. Not to mention, you will join an incredible mission focused team of people!

We’re committed to supporting the growth of every employee through a structured and transparent approach to
** career development**. We use Talent Portraits to define clear expectations, development opportunities, and advancement paths — whether you're growing as a people…