Special Events Coordinator

The Special Events Coordinator will guide the operations, planning, lead-up, and implementation of fundraising and development events, which primarily run from March through May. Ideal candidate will have skills in event planning, fundraising, database management, and marketing.

• Work with the established BB Bash Committee to design and implement a gala celebration, which will include:
  • Event and table sponsor ships
  • Ticket sales
  • Pre‑Mitzvah and Mitzvah Moment donations
  • Coordinating auction procurement and implementation
  • Raffle and event games
  • Run of Show and scripted program
• Plan and run other friend‑raising and fundraising events
• Focus on logistics, vendors, registration, database management, décor, and theme
• Manage events within a budget – both for event expenses and income
• Coordinate all fundraising aspects of events
• Work with Development Director on paddle raise, pitch, and matching gift
• Work closely with the Marketing and Communications Director on all marketing pieces
• Events include, but are not limited to: BB Camp Bash, Spaghetti Dinner, Central Coast Community Seder, Golf Tournament, Stewardship Events (Volunteer Appreciation & Legacy Society)
• Coordinate event database management and data needs between multiple databases including post‑event reconciliation
• Evaluate and report on events with a focus on improvement for future years

$25-30/Hour DOE

• Three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years experience in event management
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and other MS Office programs
• Experience with donor and event databases
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time‑sensitive deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Good “people” skills important
• Energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude

Please submit a Resume and Cover Letter to Craig Gerard at cgerard