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Community Engagement and Events Specialist
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $55,000.00 - $60,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k matching contribution
Paid Time Off
Diverse team environment
Continuous learning opportunities
Job Description
Feeding South Florida (FSF) is a vital member of the Feeding America network and stands as the leading hunger relief organization serving the counties of Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe. As one of the largest food banks in the Feeding America network, FSF plays a crucial role in addressing food insecurity by serving 25 percent of Florida's food-insecure population. The organization boasts a four-star rating by Charity Navigator, reflecting its operational efficiency and dedication to the community. Impressively, FSF allocates over 98 percent of its donations directly back into the community, underscoring its commitment to stewardship and impactful service.... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 2-3 years of fundraising experience
- Minimum 3 years of event management experience
- Minimum 3 years of volunteer experience
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience tracking and reporting fundraising metrics
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong computer skills
- Exceptional verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 2-3 years of fundraising experience
- Minimum 3 years of successful event management experience
- Minimum 3 years of volunteer experience
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience tracking and reporting fundraising metrics
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word and Excel required)
- Computer skills proficiency required
- Exceptional verbal and interpersonal skills
- Excellent writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with community leaders, donors, volunteers, media representatives, and other staff
- Ability to make presentations in a professional manner
- Public speaking experience preferred
- Must maintain a valid Driver's License and access to reliable transportation
Job Duties
- Plan and expand annual events, quarterly events, monthly networking opportunities, third-party events, and external sort and community service days
- Create, oversee, and execute all FSF and third-party special events, ensuring budgets, fundraising, and attendance goals are met
- Create, develop, support, retain, and recognize volunteer committees for all special events and initiatives
- Recruit and manage county-specific fundraising/volunteer committees for events and initiatives
- Co-lead events initiated by Development Directors
- Participate in advisory/fundraising committees
- Facilitate and expand the Youth Ambassador Program
- Assist with the creation and distribution of event information or FSF collateral material through on-site presentations, internet, telephone, or by mail
- Assist with cause-related marketing campaigns and special promotions with corporate partners
- Schedule potential donor meetings, and conduct group presentations and/or tours for corporations, service organizations, volunteer groups, and others on behalf of Feeding South Florida
- Attend check presentations, grand openings, and other community events
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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