Special Olympics NC - Summer Games Event Manager

Overview

Volunteer-driven, non-profit organization. Do you love planning events? Are you a logistics mastermind who thrives on tracking details and keeping things running smoothly?
Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) is looking for dedicated Event Manager to help plan and orchestrate the Summer Games.

• Work with the SONC staff to plan out the 2026 Summer Games
• Assist in making schedules and checklists to organize the event
• Help coordinate all activities during the Summer Games, problem solving as needed
• Work with volunteers to ensure all events have adequate staffing

• Attend 6 weekly Event Management Training Meetings Mondays 6-7PM - Starting January 26, 2026
• Attendance at our kickoff call on March 5, 2026
• Likely one day a week leading up to the Summer Games to plan logistics
• Potentially on-site visits to venues in Raleigh & Cary, NC
• Event weekend May 29 - May 31, 2026

This is your chance to be part of something BIG—helping hundreds of athletes shine on North Carolina’s biggest Special Olympics event. Whether you’re experienced in event planning, logistics, or just love being part of a well-run event
, we need YOU to make these Games a success!
Join us and help make this year s Summer Games unforgettable!