Donor-Focused Events Coordinator

SOAR365; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit increases

Health, dental, and vision

12 paid holidays

Sick and vacation leave

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement plan with employer a

Life insurance

Employee development and training

Wellness programs

Discounted tuition to South University

Job summary

SOAR365 in Richmond, VA is seeking an Events Coordinator to lead the planning and execution of fundraising, donor engagement, employee recognition, and inclusive recreation events.

You will manage relationships with donors, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and community partners, while coordinating PARK365 events and collaborating with Marketing to develop event materials. This is a full-time, on-site role with occasional travel to community locations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least five (5) years of experience in event planning and coordination.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with event management, email marketing, and database software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related workplace tech.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations and community events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, execute, evaluate, and report on all assigned SOAR365-sponsored events.
• Manage one major fundraising event plus donor, staff appreciation, awareness, and community engagement events from start to finish.
• Develop event goals and outcomes with the Director of Annual Giving.
• Manage event logistics, timelines, budgets, contracts, licenses, and required documentation.
• Monitor event performance and report progress toward goals and objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and community partners.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop event materials and meet project deadlines.
• Support HR by coordinating the annual Awards Banquet and employee appreciation events.
• Coordinate PARK365 inclusive play events with community organizations and nonprofit partners.
• Recruit and engage volunteers and interns; provide ongoing guidance and resources.

Skills

Event planning

Donor engagement

Communication

Project coordination

Volunteer management

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email marketing software

Database software

Job description

SOAR365 in Richmond, VA is seeking an Events Coordinator to lead the planning and execution of fundraising, donor engagement, employee recognition, and inclusive recreation events.

You will manage relationships with donors, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and community partners, while coordinating PARK365 events and collaborating with Marketing to develop event materials. This is a full-time, on-site role with occasional travel to community locations.