Nonprofit
Published 10/14/25 10:00PM

Special Events Coordinator

Remote, Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Part time (10-30 hrs/wk)
    Commitment Details:
    Minimum of 10 hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Community Development, Media
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+
    Other Requirements:
    Experience

    Description

    Special Events Coordinator

    The Event Coordinator, plans, organizes, coordinates, promotes, and facilitates special events; schedules and maintains communication with speakers, vendors, and participants; coordinates and monitors event timelines; reviews and analyzes evaluations; assists Media Relations in preparing a variety of publications, materials, and programs for events; attends or assigns staff for meetings and represents corporate or affiliate office with service groups; with Fundraising team coordinates participation in charitable contribution campaigns; with Public Relations team acts as the prime source for promotion of activities and special events; initiates, coordinates and/or participates in all efforts to publicize promotion of the organization and partnered or sponsored activities, services, and events.

    This is a remote/virtual position however, the preferred candidate will live/work in the Chicagoland Area.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
    Associated Location
    Chicago, IL, USA

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