The Project Coordinator provides project and administrative support, assists with marketing efforts as assigned by the Executive Director. Works independently on special projects according to agreed timelines and special requests. The Project Coordinator must be an experienced, take charge professional with ability to manage administration and logistics in support of a busy nonprofit organization. The Project Coordinator reports directly to the Executive Director. The Project Coordinator is a full-time position consisting of 40 hours a week. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Coordination/implementation of events and programs for the organization Assist with the execution of marketing programs & promotions Aggressively gather information on each project to achieve quality event productions Must be able to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, and meet deadlines Propose new ideas to improve the project planning and implementation Assist with managing organizational database for membership, events, etc. Prepare and modify contracts as requested Prepare budgets and provide periodic progress reports to directors/board Attend committee meetings and provide reports The Project Coordinator should have a love for special event management, provide outstanding customer service, be an enthusiastic professional, and be able to build relationships with internal and external customers. Qualifications Education Bachelors Degree Knowledge, skills and abilities 1-2 years of office administration or marketing experience Experience with event management and coordination Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends Excellent communication skills, including writing, proof reading skills, and speaking Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team based environment Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high professionalism Proficiency in the use of computer for: Word processing Databases Spreadsheets E-mail Website Maintenance Personal characteristics

Creativity/Innovation:

Develop new and unique ways to improve the organization and to create new opportunities

Behave Ethically:

Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.

Build Relationships:

Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.

Communicate Effectively:

Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Focus on

Donor Needs:

Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of donors to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.

Foster Teamwork:

Works cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.

Lead:

Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.

Make Decisions:

Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.

Organize:

Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities.

Plan:

Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results.

Solve Problems:

Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Application Question(s): Are you available to work the evenings and weekends when events are scheduled?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Events management: 1 year (Preferred) Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person