Special Events and Outreach Coordinator
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $40,000.00 - $45,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Flexible Schedule
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Mexico is a well-established nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth through mentorship programs. The organization operates with a mission to provide every child with a mentoring champion who can help guide, support, and inspire them to reach their full potential. With dedicated programs that connect caring adults and teen mentors with young individuals, Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Mexico creates meaningful and long-lasting relationships that positively influence the lives of youth in the community. As a community-focused nonprofit, their work is grounded in values of inclusion, support, and empowerment, striving to make a... Show More
Job Requirements
- Valid NM driver's license insurance and access to a personal vehicle
- Clean driving record and ability to meet agency insurance requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events
- Lift and carry materials up to 25-30 lbs
- Set up and tear down event spaces including tables signage displays
- Work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
- Travel to off-site locations
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 1-2 years of experience in event planning community outreach or public engagement
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms
- Associate or bachelor's degree in communications public relations marketing social work public administration event management or related field preferred
- 3+ years of experience coordinating special events or leading outreach initiatives preferred
- Experience working with nonprofits government agencies or community-based programs preferred
- Certification in event planning public relations or community outreach preferred
- Bilingual or multilingual communication skills preferred
Job Duties
- Coordinate major events including Bowl for Kids' Sake golf tournaments and recruitment presentations
- Manage logistics such as vendors budgets committees volunteers auction items attendee lists and online tools
- Ensure accurate sponsorship recognition and post-event follow-up
- Recommend new or improved events to enhance engagement and fundraising
- Support sponsorship solicitation and stewardship
- Collaborate with the marketing team to promote events via website social media and email
- Maintain branding standards across all event materials
- Create and distribute promotional content and awareness campaigns
- Represent Big Brothers Big Sisters at public events and presentations
- Build relationships with local media and community stakeholders
- Identify new partners and tailor volunteer recruitment efforts
- Manage small fundraising events and corporate promotions
- Track contacts and provide timely reports on recruitment and outreach goals
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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