Part Time Events Coordinator

Central Ohio Youth for Christ•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Events Coordinator will advance the mission of Central Ohio Youth for Christ (COYFC), including affiliates and subsidiaries, by executing high-quality events and strategic marketing efforts that support financial goals and engage new individuals with the ministry. This role involves coordinating and executing core COYFC events, maintaining event systems, supporting donor and volunteer engagement, and ensuring an excellent guest experience. The position also requires adherence to the organization's faith-based mission and values, including articulating and upholding religious beliefs, contributing to Christian activities, and praying for and sharing spiritual content with donors.

Requirements

Ability to articulate and uphold COYFC religious beliefs and practices at work and outside of work.
Willingness to lead and contribute to distinctly Christian activities such as devotional worship or prayer services.
Willingness to regularly pray for and share spiritual content with existing and prospective donors to COYFC as opportunities arise.

Nice To Haves

Experience in event planning and coordination.
Experience in marketing support.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Proficiency in event management systems and tools.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute core COYFC events, including See the Story, Be the Story, Over the Edge, Youth Guidance Golf Marathon, Partner Gatherings, and the COYFC Christmas Party.
Maintain event systems, timelines, logistics, materials, and communication tools.
Support donor and volunteer engagement through organized communication and event follow-up.
Ensure an excellent guest experience while representing the ministry with professionalism and excellence.
Develop and manage logistics, timelines, run-of-show documents, and project plans for all major events.
Communicate effectively with venues, vendors, ministry partners, and volunteers.
Prepare and organize event materials, gifts, supplies, and signage.
Assist with tracking event budgets and processing vendor invoicing.
Support recruitment and communication with Table Captains, rappellers, golfers, and event partners.
Schedule and distribute event invitations, reminders, and follow-up communications.
Track RSVPs and prepare accurate attendee lists and materials.
Assist in creating event invitations, signage, email templates, and printed materials.
Collaborate with marketing staff and COYFC ministries to highlight student stories and testimonies.
Provide onsite support, including setup, guest services, volunteer coordination, registration, and teardown.
Serve as a primary point of contact during events to ensure smooth operations.
Articulate and uphold COYFC religious beliefs and practices at work and outside of work.
Be ready and willing to lead and contribute to distinctly Christian activities such as devotional worship or prayer services.
Regularly pray for and share spiritual content with existing and prospective donors to COYFC as opportunities arise.