Foundation Coordinator

Johns Hopkins • Saint Petersburg, FL

275d • $22 - $36

About The Position

The Development Coordinator, Events supports the events team in the coordination and execution of organizational events, offering an entry-level opportunity to develop skills in event planning and management. Key responsibilities include providing administrative and logistical support, ensuring meticulous planning, and proactively resolving issues for seamless event delivery. The coordinator maintains event calendars, assists in managing event budgets alongside the events team, and works closely with the Director of Events to manage vendor relationships, execute contracts, and handle payments. Additionally, the role involves organizing event documentation, coordinating volunteer recruitment, and delivering excellent customer service to stakeholders. Following each event, the coordinator gathers feedback, prepares post-event reports, and provides recommendations for future improvements, supporting the continuous enhancement of event strategies and success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, hospitality, marketing, or a related field.
• Three (3) years administrative experience in lieu of degree.
• Previous experience in event coordination or a similar administrative role is preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support for events.
• Ensure meticulous planning and proactively resolve issues for seamless event delivery.
• Maintain event calendars and assist in managing event budgets.
• Manage vendor relationships, execute contracts, and handle payments.
• Organize event documentation and coordinate volunteer recruitment.
• Deliver excellent customer service to stakeholders.
• Gather feedback and prepare post-event reports.
• Provide recommendations for future improvements.

Benefits

• Career growth and development
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree