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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $45,000.00 - $50,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Summer Fridays
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Parental leave
short-term disability
long-term disability
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities
volunteer opportunities
Team retreats
Job Description
Besa is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the volunteer experience in Central Ohio by fostering meaningful community connections and impactful service opportunities. Established in 2012, Besa has kept its promise to the region, uniting over 81,000 volunteers who have contributed 210,000 hours of service through 13,600 projects. This commitment has generated an impressive $97 million in community impact, reflecting Besa's dedication to enhancing the well-being and resilience of the Central Ohio community through collaborative volunteer efforts. The name "Besa" is derived from an Albanian term meaning "to keep the promise," embodying the organization's pledge to deliver positive social... Show More
Job Requirements
- 3 years of experience in event planning, program coordination, community engagement, or related field
- proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- experience working across different teams or departments
- familiarity with the Columbus nonprofit community preferred
- strong project management and organizational skills
- exceptional customer service skills
- excellent communication skills
- ability to problem-solve quickly and adapt on event day
- proficiency with project management software
- willingness to travel locally
- valid Ohio Driver's license
- reliable transportation
- ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- ability to work both in office and virtual environments
Job Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in event planning, program coordination, community engagement, or related field
- proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and execute events from planning through completion
- experience working cross-functionally with different teams or departments
- familiarity with the Columbus nonprofit community and local service landscape preferred
- exceptional project management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- outstanding customer service orientation
- strong relationship-building skills across different sectors and stakeholder groups
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- comfortable problem-solving on the fly and adapting to changing circumstances on event day
- proficient in project management tools, databases, and learning new platforms quickly
- thrives on logistics and takes pride in flawless event execution
- solutions-focused with a 'make it happen' attitude
- collaborative team player who values cross-functional partnership
- passionate about serving the local community
- committed to Besa's mission
Job Duties
- Plan and execute medium to large-scale volunteer events and programs
- secure locations and develop comprehensive run-of-show plans including timing, supply needs, food, kick-off, flow, and wrap-up
- provide recommendations for service projects including supply-making activities and on-site activations
- build volunteer experience in Besa's platform and manage volunteer sign-ups
- serve as on-site lead for events, ensuring everything runs smoothly and problem-solving in real-time
- recruit and coordinate volunteer captains, staff, and support as needed
- conduct post-program debriefs and lead reporting and benchmarking initiatives
- support the Senior Manager in building and maintaining relationships with nonprofit and community partners
- collaborate with Marketing, Business Partners, and Advancement teams to promote programs and engage stakeholders
- organize and facilitate event planning meetings and lead cross-departmental committees
- answer volunteer and partner questions promptly
- represent Besa at community events, partner meetings, and public opportunities
- undertake additional duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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