Event Coordinator

Description: Help For Children (HFC) is an international nonprofit foundation dedicated to raising money and funding programs for the prevention and treatment of child abuse. Through a large network of active volunteers, Committee members, and Board members in association with a staff based in New York City, fundraising and grant making is conducted in the US, Canada, UK, Cayman Islands, and Hong Kong.

We are currently seeking an Event Coordinator, who will report directly to the Senior Director of Development & Events and the Executive Director & COO. The Event Coordinator is primarily responsible for executing fundraising events in multiple cities, coordinating informational changes and additions to the HFC website, and assisting with the development of marketing materials.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with Event Committees to create and support all aspects of annual events, including attending all meetings (on-site or virtually)
Prepare and manage event budgets
Manage RSVP and revenue sheets
Manage vendor/partner relationships
Execute all event set-up, tear down and follow-up processes
Work with Senior Director of Development & Events and the Executive Director/COO on developing marketing materials
Update and post all events to the website
Collaborate with other team members on ongoing projects
Other administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications:

2-3 years’ experience in event planning and database management
Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge required
B.A. or B.S. Degree
Proficient in Microsoft Suite
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, InDesign preferred
Excellent verbal, writing and interpersonal skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to interact professionally on the phone, by email, and in person with all levels of donors, members, staff, and the general public
Strong organization and time management skills required
Candidate must be a creative thinker with the ability to conceptualize new ideas and flexibility working in a fast-paced environment with multiple, changing deadlines
Confident self-starter, ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a small team
Candidate must be able to show initiative and anticipate needs
Willing and able to travel domestically several times a year for events

Candidate must be able to work extended hours for events

How to Apply: We offer an excellent comprehensive benefits package. We invite you to join our dedicated team by sending your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to GlobalOffice@HFC.org. Please indicate “Event Coordinator” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

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Event Coordinator