Find & Apply For Event Planner Jobs in Darien, Connecticut

Do you love people? Enjoy collaborating with many types of enterprising professionals, plus thrive multitasking and digging into the details? HAYVN might be your perfect fit — your place to shine! Current job openings. Like what you see? Please email your resume plus a paragraph or two on why you are the perfect match to jobs@HAYVN.com. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Event Coordinator (Darien, CT) Are you organized, detail-oriented, tech savvy, a multi-tasker, enjoy networking and thrive in a client/customer facing role? This Event Coordinator role at HAYVN is for you! HAYVN is a flexible co-working space where enterprising professionals can connect, create and grow around business in Fairfield County.

The Event Coordinator's Role Is To:

Plan, coordinate, promote, and manage the day-to-day activities of HAYVN's workshops and events Help sell space for new events and workshops to generate revenue Meet with clients to discuss the event and what they're looking for and book events in event calendar Provide recommendations such as catering options, entertainment, and setup design Communicate ongoing with clients to keep them up to date on any changes Be the main contact point for event speakers, event sponsors and guests Adjust event accordingly based on guest concerns and feedback to problem-solve issues that may arise including finding the person/resource who knows the answer for them Coordinate day-of details of events, and host/attend Coordinate event set ups and breakdowns including moving furnishings such as wheeled tables and chairs, plants, artwork, when necessary for programming and event set up and break down. Oversee, train and schedule staff to assist with events Troubleshoot tech issues and questions Greet and check in guests to events Network to help create future sales opportunities at the event Ability to coordinate multiple events at once, as needed Develop or pursue public events that raise awareness and elevate the reputation of HAYVN in Fairfield County. Assist to develop and coordinate member programs that facilitate networking, inspiration and education at

HAYVN Skills and Experience Required:

Four-year College degree or demonstrable equivalent work experience Customer/client facing experience in hospitality, retail, or business sectors Demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite Strong communication skills: Ability to write a professional email, conduct research on the internet, use Facebook pages and groups, Instagram, LinkedIn, Mailchimp, and you're excited to use and learn our other databases, membership management systems and marketing systems and platforms. Energetic, outgoing and positive attitude with the ability to work well with people Appreciate and interest in entrepreneurial activities Demonstrate integrity, dependability, self-motivation, and empathy Creative, quick on your feet, can troubleshoot knowing that others depend on you. Comfortable conversing with CEOs, artists, and janitors alike Attention to detail, excellent organization and time management skills (Must be able to lift and move heavy objects up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.)

Job Type:

Part-time. Business hours are typically 8am to 5pm - several before or after hour events every month that an events coordinator is responsible for hosting.