12/02/2015
VolunteerMatch is currently looking for an experienced Event Planner volunteer who is passionate about our mission, and is interested in helping our annual International Women’s Day event succeed! Our International Women’s Day Awards are a key part of our community engagement strategy. The Event Manager will be in charge of managing the event planning time line, executing a successful event with volunteer and staff support, and evaluating our success after the event.
This position is perfect for any Event Management professional looking to use their skills to give back to the community, and learn more about the non-profit world.
Ten Thousand Villages is a 501c3 nonprofit committed to empowering artisans in developing countries through fair trade, and educating our local community on international issues and social justice.
Volunteer Responsibilities
- Run, record and follow up on monthly volunteer planning meetings in store
- Manage the nomination, research and judging process for the International Women’s Day Awards
- Create e-mailouts, signage, fliers and forms to promote and streamline the event
- Promote the event to participants, press, attendees and supporters in the community
- Source catering and beverage sponsors, and manage food and drink service at the event
- Produce the event schedule, program and MC script for the event
- Foster relationships with past and future event participants and partners through several channels
- Help to develop in-store community events program, including workshops and networking
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