Events & Development Coordinator

Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service of Southern New Jersey; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey is seeking an Event & Development Administrator in New Jersey. The role supports events and programs managed by JFSNJ and affiliated agencies, including fundraisers, educational programs and community activities.

Candidates should have hospitality and event planning experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple events and administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment. Flexible schedule, some evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Event/hospitality coordination experience required
• Customer service experience required
• Logistics/planning background required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Responsibilities

• Event Planning & Coordination: assist in planning and coordinating programs and events with logistics in place.
• Logistics & Operations: assist with venue bookings, vendor arrangements (catering, AV, decor) and day-of logistics.
• Administrative Support: manage registrations, update databases, contracts and event records.
• Customer Service: handle inquiries, provide on-site assistance and timely information to attendees.
• Budget & Expenses: assist with budget tracking, invoices and credit card reconciliation.
• Licensing & Permitting: coordinate event permits for the Events Department.
• Cross Department Collaboration: partner with Development on donor/sponsor engagement activities.
• Sponsor Coordination: support sponsor outreach and follow-up on logistics and materials.
• Other duties: flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends

Skills

Event coordination

Customer service

Logistics planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey is seeking an Event & Development Administrator in New Jersey. The role supports events and programs managed by JFSNJ and affiliated agencies, including fundraisers, educational programs and community activities.

Candidates should have hospitality and event planning experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple events and administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment. Flexible schedule, some evenings and weekends required.