Resource Advancement Event Coordinator

CRISTA Ministries•Shoreline, WA

15h•$27 - $34

About The Position

The Resource Advancement Event Coordinator will support the Director of Events in the planning and execution of CRISTA’s fundraising and corporate events. This would include researching vendors, managing volunteers, and providing hands-on support for event preparations. In addition, the Event Coordinator will handle day-to-day administrative tasks including scheduling meetings, managing event timelines, and tracking event budgets. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring CRISTA events are planned in an organized manner and executed with excellence.

Requirements

CHRIST CENTERED Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
EXPERIENCE A minimum of 1 year of demonstrated experience in event planning and coordination and/or skills related to this position.
SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE Experience with standard Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). Google Docs, Google Sheets, SignUpGenius experience also a plus.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS Flexibility, unusual work hours at times (late evenings on event days).
Ability to handle multiple, concurrent projects and work within diverse teams.
Immaculately organized.
Excellent communication abilities and has a clear understanding of what superior customer service entails.
Ability to multi-task and problem solve.
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
Ability to lift and maneuver large event items.

Nice To Haves

EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in business, public relations, communications or another field related to this position’s duties from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE 4 years of experience in event planning and coordination with at least 1 year of fundraising event experience.
SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE Design software such as Canva and Adobe Photoshop. Event software such as Greater Giving.

Responsibilities

Event Coordination: Manage and train event volunteers leading up to an event and on the day of the event.
Research prospective vendors and communicate with recurring vendors as annual event dates are set.
Serve as vendor and guest point of contact on event days in coordination with Director of Events.
Receive, process and assemble various event décor pieces and print materials.
Coordinate and support event committees and Donor Relations team to support table captain program.
Proofread and update event collateral fir accuracy and consistency.
Produce social media content for event engagement (i.e. King’s Auction) in collaboration with Marketing Content Creators.
Assist with day of setup and tear down at venues, coordinating deliveries and décor.
Manage smaller events as directed by DOE.
Operational Support: Assist with event budget tracking, invoice processing, and expense reconciliation.
Create post-event surveys, track and summarize feedback.
Utilize Greater Giving event software—importing event information and pulling reports as needed.
Assist in brainstorming strategies to improve event quality, guest engagement, and operational efficiency.
Identify opportunities for event sponsorships or partnerships.
Provide additional support as needed for event logistics, volunteer engagement, vendor communications, and other operational tasks to ensure successful event execution.
Work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers and customers.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).