Hybrid Events Coordinator – Education

nextSource; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) Retirement Planning

Discount Program

Job summary

nextSource is seeking an Event Coordinator for a 12/07/206 to 05/01/2027 contract, hybrid work with 1 day onsite per week in Washington, DC. You will plan and execute engagement events, manage registrations, and support marketing efforts with invitations and materials.

The role requires experience in event planning, basic Canva design skills, and Salesforce familiarity. Expect occasional evenings for events and a strong focus on attendee communications and logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and executing events, ideally in higher education, nonprofit, or professional services.
• Basic graphic design skills (Canva or similar) to create flyers and invitations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and vendor coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines at once.
• Working knowledge of Salesforce (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate upcoming events, including venue selection and booking, catering, room setup, and run-of-show.
• Manage event registration and RSVP lists.
• Create and send email invitations and event communications.
• Design event flyers and promotional materials using basic graphic design tools.
• Prepare meeting materials and event collateral.
• Be present onsite during events to oversee execution.
• Coordinate post-event communications, such as thank-you messages, recaps, and follow-ups.
• Maintain event and attendee information in Salesforce.
• Collaborate with Center leadership and marketing staff to ensure a clear audience and promotion plan.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor coordination

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Salesforce

Canva

Job description

nextSource is seeking an Event Coordinator for a 12/07/206 to 05/01/2027 contract, hybrid work with 1 day onsite per week in Washington, DC. You will plan and execute engagement events, manage registrations, and support marketing efforts with invitations and materials.

The role requires experience in event planning, basic Canva design skills, and Salesforce familiarity. Expect occasional evenings for events and a strong focus on attendee communications and logistics.