Student Worker - Community Engagement & Events Coordinator
About The Position
The Community Engagement & Events Coordinator will work closely with GWLS staff to support the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising events, educational seminars, and community workshops. This role includes both logistical event support and external partner outreach to schedule and coordinate educational programming. The Coordinator will also assist with preparation of materials and ensure smooth on-site execution of events and trainings. This position plays an important role in expanding community access to legal education and strengthening GWLS’s outreach and fundraising efforts.
Requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable with professional outreach via email and phone
- Interest in nonprofit work, community engagement, education, or event planning
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
- Experience working in and among diverse communities and settings
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, organizing, and executing fundraising events, educational seminars, and community workshops
- Coordinate event logistics including scheduling, venue preparation, supplies, and day-of support
- Conduct outreach to community partners, schools, nonprofits, and organizations to schedule workshops and seminars
- Maintain calendars and tracking systems for events, trainings, and partner engagements
- Prepare and organize materials for workshops, presentations, and educational sessions
- Support development of presentation decks, handouts, and participant materials in collaboration with staff
- Provide on-site event support including setup, registration, check-in, and troubleshooting
- Assist in follow-up communication with partners and participants after events or trainings
- Collaborate with GWLS staff to ensure alignment of events with organizational mission and messaging
- Support donor-related events and fundraising activities as needed
- Must be federal work study eligible
- Ability to comply with University policies
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
