Events and Ministry Coordinator (Onsite, Volunteer)

This role is offered by a community organization located in Franklin, Tennessee, focused on enhancing the lives of apartment residents through engaging and meaningful community activities. Though this position is not a paid role, it provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within an apartment living environment by creating a welcoming and connected community experience. The organization is dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging and support among residents while promoting positive interactions with staff, local businesses, and volunteers. The type of community this organization serves is apartment living, where residents benefit from social events, personal connections, and support networks that improve quality of life.

The position of Events and Ministry Coordinator is central to delivering the Apartment Life (AL) experience. It requires a passionate, mission-minded individual who thrives on building relationships and organizing social activities that invite community participation. The Coordinator role blends event planning, personal communication, and hospitality to offer residents and staff an environment where they feel cared for and valued. The position emphasizes the importance of combining business principles with ministry values to serve the community effectively. Coordinators will be responsible for organizing monthly events aimed at connecting residents to one another and to resources within the wider community, providing consistent and excellent caregiving acts, and promoting a culture of radical hospitality anchored in genuine love and compassion.

This role is ideal for those who enjoy meeting new people, taking initiative in social planning, and expressing faith through service. Coordinators play a vital role in sustaining and growing community engagement by utilizing both interpersonal skills and organizational talents. They manage various duties including event marketing, budget oversight, volunteer coordination, and resident outreach. The position involves working closely with property management and program directors to ensure planned activities align with community goals and meet residents’ needs. Ongoing collaboration with volunteers, vendors, and community partners helps maximize the positive outcomes of the events and overall ministry efforts. Responsibilities also extend to supporting new residents and those transitioning out, ensuring continuous care and connection throughout their lease terms.

Engagement in this role requires a commitment of weekly hours, primarily during evenings and weekends when most residents are available to participate in events and activities. Physical requirements include the ability to perform tasks such as using stairs, carrying moderate weights, and other typical movements needed for event setup and coordination. The role demands a reliable means of transportation and necessary legal eligibility to work, in addition to fluency in English for communications and marketing purposes. Potential candidates should be ready to embrace this opportunity as both a leadership and service position that combines community building with faith-driven ministry, ultimately enriching the apartment living experience for all involved.