Position Title: Events Coordinator
Status: Part-time
General Summary: Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Events Coordinator will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
- Coordinates Chamber events, including but not limited to, logistics, budget and public relations.
- Develop and maintain event software and databases.
- Measures the performance of programs and adjusts to optimize results.
- In coordination with Communications Coordinator, establishes contacts with local and region media.
- In coordination with Communications Coordinator, write, submit and follow-up to ensure placement on media releases and stories to broaden social networking to benefit the organization.
- Actively participate in event-related committees and meetings as necessary and appropriate.
- Assist the Executive Director with other duties as necessary.
- Develop and maintain close relationships with various constituencies within the community.
- Be involved with the community at large and appropriate professional organizations.
- Support and carry out the mission of the Chamber.
Personal Characteristics
Ideally, the Events Coordinator will have a unique combination of personal and professional qualifications. This includes but not limited to:
- Demonstrated interest in the community and surrounding areas. Reliable, self-motivated, and outgoing. Ability to function well as part of a small, multi-functional team in an independent environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally with Chamber members, community representatives and elected leaders.
- Desire to work for a nonprofit and accepting of the challenges that are inherent when working for a nonprofit.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Degree in Marketing, Business or related discipline preferred.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in event planning.
- Proficient in use of office operations software (i.e. Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, etc.)
- Time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Capable of functioning well in an independent environment.
(01/2023)
Submit your resume to michelle@madisonalchamber.com