Remote Volunteer Event Planner — Cougs 4 Kids

Help Cougs 4 Kids plan inclusive virtual and optional location-based events that connect underserved youth and young people with mentors, alumni, families, learning, service, and community.

The volunteer Event Planner manages approved event projects remotely from concept through evaluation.

Responsibilities:

• Develop event goals, timelines, task plans, budgets, accessibility considerations, and contingency plans
• Coordinate program, speakers, volunteers, registration, communications, technology, logistics, and follow-up
• Use approved vendors, platforms, branding, consent, and safeguarding procedures
• Design inclusive virtual participation options whenever feasible
• Track decisions, dependencies, risks, expenses, and approvals
• Coordinate rehearsals and day-of roles without assuming unapproved authority
• Protect participant information and avoid publishing names or images without permission
• Gather feedback, reconcile records, and document lessons learned
• Escalate safety, privacy, financial, vendor, or conduct concerns promptly

Qualifications:

• Experience in event planning, project management, nonprofit programs, education, community engagement, hospitality, or volunteer coordination
• Strong organization, communication, budgeting, and problem-solving skills
• Comfort with virtual events, shared project tools, and cross-functional teams
• At least 21 years old and willing to complete screening
• Ability to follow procurement, accessibility, privacy, brand, and youth-safeguarding procedures

This is a remote, project-based or recurring role available within the United States. Expect approximately 4–10 hours per month during active planning periods.

Questions: volunteers@cougs4kids.org

Cougs 4 Kids

107 Spring Street, 2nd Floor

Seattle, WA 98104

(206) 414-8043