Event Planner

Volunteer Event Planner / Community Events Coordinator (Stipend Available)

Organization: Good Works Hub

Location: Central Florida (Hybrid; some in-person required)

Commitment: 5–10 hours/week (flexible; event-based surges)

Compensation: Volunteer role with stipend (based on event scope and availability)

Reports to: Founder / Program Director

About Good Works Hub

Good Works Hub is a community-centered initiative advancing sustainability, local food systems, housing stability, and circular-economy solutions across Central Florida. We design and host engaging events—workshops, festivals, hackathons, and community gatherings—that bring people together to learn, collaborate, and create real-world impact.

We believe in learning by doing and are committed to providing meaningful, hands-on experience to emerging professionals.

Position Overview

Good Works Hub is seeking a Volunteer Event Planner / Community Events Coordinator to support the planning and execution of mission-driven events. This role is open to entry-level candidates and career-changers who are eager to gain real-world experience in event planning, community engagement, and nonprofit operations.

You will receive mentorship, hands-on responsibilities, and a stipend tied to event milestones and deliverables.

What You’ll Do

Event Planning & Logistics

• Support planning and coordination of in-person and hybrid events
• Help create event timelines, checklists, and run-of-show documents
• Assist with venue coordination, vendors, permits, supplies, and catering
• Help track basic budgets and expenses

Community & Partner Coordination

• Communicate with volunteers, speakers, vendors, and partners
• Help manage registrations and participant communications
• Support a welcoming, inclusive experience for all attendees

Marketing & Communications Support

• Assist with event listings, registration pages, and calendars
• Help draft social media captions, emails, and event descriptions
• Support on-site signage and registration materials

Day-of Event Support

• Assist with event set-up, check-in, and breakdown
• Help coordinate volunteers and troubleshoot issues
• Provide on-site support to ensure events run smoothly

Learning & Growth

• Participate in planning meetings and post-event debriefs
• Learn nonprofit event planning best practices
• Build a portfolio of real events you’ve helped deliver

Who This Role Is For

• Aspiring or entry-level event planners
• Students, recent graduates, or career changers
• Volunteers interested in nonprofit, sustainability, or community work
• Organized, dependable individuals eager to learn by doing

Qualifications

Required

• Strong interest in event planning and community engagement
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Ability to commit to scheduled planning meetings and event days

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Any prior event, volunteer, hospitality, or coordination experience
• Familiarity with tools like Google Workspace, Eventbrite, Notion, or Canva
• Interest in sustainability, food systems, housing, or social impact

No formal event-planning experience required.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience planning real community events
• Mentorship from experienced organizers and partners
• A stipend
• Resume-building experience and professional references
• Opportunities to grow into a paid or leadership role as Good Works Hub expands

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A brief note or cover letter sharing why you’re interested
• Your Resume

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.