Special Events Coordinator

JCC Association of North America; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Job summary

The JCC Association of North America is seeking a Special Events Coordinator in Portland, OR. The role focuses on guiding the planning and execution of fundraising events, ensuring every detail is handled with professionalism and enthusiasm.

The ideal candidate will possess strong event planning skills with at least three years of related experience, along with proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word. Join us to help make meaningful experiences at our events!

Qualifications

• Three years related experience and/or training required.
• 1-3 years experience in event management preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and other Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience with donor and event databases.

Responsibilities

• Guide operations, planning, and implementation of events.
• Work with committee to design and implement gala celebrations.
• Manage event logistics including vendors and registration.
• Evaluate and report on events for future improvements.

Skills

Event planning

Fundraising

Database management

Marketing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

People skills

Education

Three years related experience and/or training

1-3 years experience in event management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Special Events Coordinator
B'nai B'rith Camp
6443 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy
Suite #234
Portland, OR 97221

Principal Responsibilities:

The Special Events Coordinator will guide the operations, planning, lead-up, and implementation of fundraising and development events, which primarily run from March through May. Ideal candidate will have skills in event planning, fundraising, database management, and marketing.

• Work with established BB Bash Committee to design and implement a gala celebration which will include:
• Event and table sponsorships
• Ticket Sales
• Pre-Mitzvah and Mitzvah Moment donations
• Coordinating Auction procurement and implementation
• Raffle and event games
• Run of Show and scripted program
• Plan and run other friend-raising and fundraising events
• Focus on logistics, vendors, registration, database management, decor, and theme
• Manage events within a budget - both for event expenses and income
• Coordinate all fundraising aspects of events

• Work with Development Director on paddle raise, pitch, and matching gift
• Work closely with the Marketing and Communications Director on all marketing pieces
• Events include, but are not limited to:
• BB Camp Bash
• Spaghetti Dinner
• Central Coast Community Seder
• Golf Tournament
• Stewardship Events (Volunteer Appreciation & Legacy Society)
• Coordinate event database management and data needs between multiple databases including post-event reconciliation
• Evaluate and report on events with a focus on improvement for future years

General Expectations:

• Ensure all responsibilities and functions are performed in a timely and accurate manner
• Demonstrate compliance with and ethics surrounding program policies and procedures
• Maintain appropriate degree of confidentiality
• Attend, participate in, and complete orientation, training and educational activities as required
• Demonstrate flexibility in a variety of situations
• Work as a team and go out of your way to help other staff members
• Be professional. Maintain B360's positive image in the community by acting appropriately
• Demonstrate a positive attitude
• Demonstrate sound judgment and maturity
• Demonstrate a positive working relationship with Supervisor and colleagues
• Work independently
• Have fun
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years experience in event management.
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and other MS Office programs.
• Experience with donor and event databases.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Good "people" skills important.
• Energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.

Salary:

$30