Events Coordinator

Arizona Humane Society • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Events Coordinator The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a full time Event Coordinator to work Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with occasional evenings and weekends depending on event support. If you enjoy creating unforgettable events that make a difference for animals in need, continue to read more now! Paws Up For Great Benefits! Competitive salary Generous PTO program Up to 8 paid holidays per year 401(k) with employer contribution Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks! A Day in the Life: The Events Coordinator will provide administrative support to the Development Department, with a focus on signature events such as Compassion with Fashion and Home in One Golf Tournament. Additionally, the Events Coordinator will be responsible for executing third-party events with community partners, as well as supporting logistics for donor cultivation events. The Events Coordinator will also assist with all administrative needs, including the management of auctions, raffles, and volunteer committee support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in event planning or non-profit development; OR experience in corporate relations or outside sales; OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to cultivate relationships and provide an excellent experience every time to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Must be an innovative and creative team player who is self-motivated and is able to work with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking and problem-solving skills required.
• Must be able to work independently, under pressure, and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to articulate AHS mission, programs and services.
• Able to speak, read and write English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Explorer; able to learn other software programs as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Prior special event and silent auction management desired.
• Proficiency in Raiser's Edge fundraising database and GiveSmart software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Development Department
• Focus on signature events such as Compassion with Fashion and Home in One Golf Tournament
• Executing third-party events with community partners
• Supporting logistics for donor cultivation events
• Assist with all administrative needs, including the management of auctions, raffles, and volunteer committee support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees