Events & Marketing Coordinator

United Way of Santa Barbara County, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization in California is looking for an Events & Marketing Coordinator. This role involves assisting in sharing the organization’s mission through various channels, including website and social media, and supporting planning for community and fundraising events. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications, possess strong communication skills, and be detail-oriented. This position offers a dynamic environment to grow and contribute to impactful community projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills necessary.
• Familiarity with social media and digital marketing trends is essential.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in communicating United Way’s mission through various channels.
• Help plan community and fundraising events.
• Support marketing efforts for projects and priorities.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with social media platforms

Detail-oriented

Ability to work collaboratively

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field

Job description

Description

The Events & Marketing Coordinator will assist the Manager of Marketing & Strategic Development in sharing the mission and vision of United Way of Santa Barbara County through multiple channels including United Way’s website, print materials, and multimedia/social media communications. The Events & Marketing Coordinator will also assist in planning efforts for community and fundraising events. Additional duties may be assigned to this role as organizational projects, activities, and priorities evolve.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, X, etc.) and digital marketing trends.
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn and contribute to team efforts.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of individuals.
• Basic knowledge of event planning principles is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.