Corporate Engagement & Events Coordinator

St William Of York School; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Operation Breakthrough seeks a Corporate Engagement & Events Coordinator to connect businesses and community groups with our mission through tours, employee service opportunities, and special events.

You will manage logistics, build partnerships, and coordinate engagements that support children and families in Kansas City. The role requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and teamwork in a nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 2+ years in event coordination or related field.
• Excellent organizational, project management, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and events simultaneously and adapt when plans change.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Experience in nonprofit settings and/or with corporate employee service programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate corporate tours and visits to introduce Operation Breakthrough's mission, programs, children and families.
• Develop and coordinate employee service opportunities that meet organizational needs.
• Serve as primary contact before, during, and after corporate visits and service projects.
• Coordinate schedules, group size, activities, supplies, space, staff participation, and other logistics.
• Welcome groups, provide on-site coordination, and gather feedback for ongoing engagement.
• Build and maintain strong corporate relationships and promote engagement through service, sponsorship, and partnerships.
• Coordinate third-party fundraising events organized by corporations and community partners.
• Guide event concepts, logistics, promotion, branding, and participation as liaison to event organizers.
• Plan and coordinate special events, donor events, and community gatherings.
• Coordinate staff, vendors, sponsors, partners, materials, and hospitality for events.
• Track participation, outcomes, funds raised, and follow up for stewardship.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, hospitality, business, marketing, event planning, community engagement, or related field

Job description

The Corporate Engagement & Events Coordinator develops and coordinates meaningful opportunities for corporations, businesses, community groups, and other partners to engage with Operation Breakthrough. The position coordinates corporate tours, employee service opportunities, special events, and third party fundraising events that strengthen relationships, increase community awareness, and generate resources to support Operation Breakthrough's mission.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, hospitality, business, marketing, event planning, community engagement, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Two or more years of experience in event coordination, community engagement, corporate relations, fundraising, hospitality, or a related field.
• Excellent organizational, project management, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and events simultaneously and remain flexible when plans change.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Experience working in a nonprofit organization and/or with corporate employee service programs is preferred.

Responsibilities:

Corporate Engagement

• Coordinate corporate tours and visits, providing an engaging introduction to Operation Breakthrough's mission, programs, children, families, and impact.
• Develop and coordinate employee service opportunities that meet organizational needs and provide meaningful experiences for corporate participants.
• Serve as the primary contact before, during, and after corporate visits and service projects.
• Coordinate schedules, group size, activities, supplies, space, staff participation, and other logistics.
• Welcome groups, provide on-site coordination, and follow up to gather feedback and identify opportunities for continued engagement.
• Build and maintain strong corporate relationships and encourage deeper engagement through service, advocacy, sponsorship, philanthropy, and partnership.
• Coordinate third party fundraising events organized by corporations, community groups, individuals, and other partners.
• Serve as the liaison between Operation Breakthrough and event organizers, providing guidance on event concepts, logistics, promotion, organizational branding, and participation.
• Plan and coordinate Operation Breakthrough special events, celebrations, community gatherings, and donor events.
• Coordinate staff, vendors, sponsors, community partners, materials, hospitality, setup, and event logistics.
• Track participation, event outcomes, funds raised, and other relevant information and ensure appropriate follow up and stewardship.

Community & Relationship Development

• Build relationships with businesses, corporations, civic organizations, community groups, schools, and other potential partners.
• Identify new opportunities for corporate service, employee engagement, sponsorships, in kind support, fundraising, and partnership.
• Collaborate with Development staff and the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure coordinated partner engagement and avoid duplication of responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records of corporate and community engagement activities and provide regular reports on outcomes.
• Understand that a tour, service project, or event is more than an activity. It is an opportunity to build understanding, connection, advocacy, and lasting support for children and families.

Working Conditions:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee.

Operation Breakthrough is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment with Operation Breakthrough is “At Will”.