Events & Programs Administrator

Samost Jewish Family and Children's Service of Southern New Jersey; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey (JFSNJ) seeks an Event & Development Administrator to support a range of events and programs, including fundraisers, educational programs, and community engagement activities. This role collaborates with the Development team on fundraising initiatives and sponsor coordination.

Responsibilities include planning, coordinating logistics, managing registrations, budgets, and vendor relations, while ensuring excellent attendee experiences and on-site

Qualifications

• Event / Hospitality coordination experience preferred.
• Customer service experience required.
• Logistics / planning background desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office apps.

Responsibilities

• Event Planning & Coordination: Assist in the planning and coordination of programs and events ensuring all logistics are in place.
• Logistics & Operations: Assist with event research, venue bookings, vendor arrangements (catering, AV, décor) and day-of logistics, etc.
• Administrative Support: Manage registration lists, update databases, manage contracts, and maintain accurate records related to events and programs.
• Customer Service: Handle inquiries, provide on-site assistance and ensure attendees receive all necessary information in timely and thoughtful manner.
• Budget & Expenses: Assist in budget tracking, processing invoices and credit card reconciliation.
• Licensing & Permitting: Coordinate and track event related permitting on behalf of Events Department.
• Cross Department Collaboration: Partner with Development team on fundraising initiatives, including event-related donor and sponsor engagement activities.
• Sponsor Coordination: Support sponsor identification efforts, assist with solicitation outreach, and coordinate follow-up with sponsors on event-related items including logistics, materials, and recognition.
• Strong logistic skills should include attention to detail, planning, scheduling and creative thinking.
• Partner and support with event professionals representing other agencies within the JFSNJ as assigned.
• Provide coverage and resources for other positions related to event planning - cross training.
• Perform all other duties assigned.
• Flexible schedule, some evenings and weekends required

Skills

Event planning

Customer service

Logistics planning

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey (JFSNJ) seeks an Event & Development Administrator to support a range of events and programs, including fundraisers, educational programs, and community engagement activities. This role collaborates with the Development team on fundraising initiatives and sponsor coordination.

Responsibilities include planning, coordinating logistics, managing registrations, budgets, and vendor relations, while ensuring excellent attendee experiences and on-site