Event Planner

Good Works Hub is a vibrant community-centered initiative dedicated to advancing sustainability, strengthening local food systems, promoting housing stability, and fostering circular-economy solutions throughout Central Florida. This organization is deeply committed to catalyzing social impact by designing and hosting a variety of engaging events including workshops, festivals, hackathons, and other community gatherings that unite people to learn, collaborate, and create meaningful real-world change. Good Works Hub values the power of hands-on learning and aims to provide emerging professionals with enriching, practical experience that equips them for future success in nonprofit and community-focused careers.

The role of Volunteer Event Planner / Community Events Coordinator at Good Works Hub offers a unique opportunity for passionate individuals looking to gain immersive experience in event planning, community engagement, and nonprofit operations. This volunteer position, with an available stipend based on event scope and effort, requires a flexible commitment of 5-10 hours per week and operates in a hybrid setting with some in-person responsibilities in Central Florida. Reporting directly to the Founder and Program Director, the successful candidate will receive mentorship and guidance while being entrusted with key planning and execution tasks throughout the entire event lifecycle.

In this capacity, you will support the coordination of in-person and hybrid events by contributing to event timelines, checklists, logistics arrangements, and vendor management. Your role will involve collaborating with venue providers, coordinating with vendors, organizing permits, and managing supplies and catering services. Budget tracking and expense monitoring will also be part of your duties, giving you useful financial oversight experience. The position emphasizes community and partner engagement, where you will communicate effectively with volunteers, speakers, vendors, and partners to ensure smooth registrations and create an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere for attendees.

Your contributions will extend to marketing and communications support, including helping prepare event listings, managing registration platforms, drafting social media captions, emails, and event descriptions, as well as assisting with on-site signage and materials. On event days, your presence will be key in supporting event set-up, participant check-in, volunteer coordination, and troubleshooting any logistical challenges to ensure seamless event delivery. Good Works Hub prioritizes learning and professional growth, encouraging participation in planning meetings and post-event reviews, and offering an opportunity to build a strong portfolio showcasing real community events you have helped bring to life.

This role is ideally suited for aspiring event planners, students, recent graduates, or individuals looking to switch careers to the nonprofit and event management field. The position requires organizational skills, dependability, a proactive mindset, and a genuine interest in learning through direct experience. Whether or not you have formal event planning experience, if you are driven by purpose and community impact, Good Works Hub provides a supportive platform to develop those skills, receive mentorship, and potentially progress into paid or leadership roles as the organization grows. Overall, this role offers a rewarding chance to contribute to meaningful causes while enhancing your career prospects in event planning and community development.