Coordinator, Peer to Peer Events

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A Brief Overview
The Events Coordinator will coordinate a diverse set of events, activities, meetings and programs to support the goals of Development department. The Coordinator will also be responsible for managing initiatives of a certain scope, which could include fundraising initiatives or recurring, non-fundraising events.

What you will do

• Maintain a peer-to-peer signature event portfolio with a fundraising minimum exceeding $200k annually
• Partner with clinical teams to build a culture in the center, recruit and retain grateful patient families and execute a successful event.
• Execute operations and logistics from start to finish for the event
• Steward fundraisers pre and post event
• Coordinate promotion and a portfolio of marketing materials in partnership with the PR/Marketing team
• Recruit, cultivate and lead a volunteer committee
• Maintains project management in Workfront and donor/volunteer data in Salesforce Mange as well as the event budget

• Manage a supporting role/role with other signature P2P events
• Manage specific aspects of events (i.e., volunteers, food and beverage, entertainment, operations, etc.)
• Maintain/update donor/constituent records in Donorforce (Salesforce), track actions and events
• Partner with both internal partners, across the institution, and external partners to lead successful fundraising events

• Participate in special Hospital projects and lend support as needed and assigned
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by communicating in a manner that fosters teamwork with colleagues.
• Maintain relationships with existing donors and develop relationships with potential donors.
• Represent the Hospital to donors, community fundraisers, executive leadership, internal and external stakeholders

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required

Experience Qualifications

• At least one (1) year professional experience Required
• At least (2) years Experience in Development, Special Events, Public Relations, Marketing, or Communications, with events/meeting planning Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate a company vehicle and/ or be insured through a company policy.
• Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of Salesforce or other constituent management system helpful.
• Ability to organize and present data accurately and concisely.
• A sincere appreciation for people and how they are each uniquely motivated.
• Poised and engaging, empathetic communications style based on natural warmth and enthusiasm.
• Fast-paced and results oriented with the ability to work in a timely manner with multiple deadlines and competing requirements.
• Strong written, presentation, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to relate well to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstration of good judgement, professionalism and the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Travel, local and regional, required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License - Department of Motor Vehicles - upon hire - Required

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