Connected to Culture is seeking a dedicated and creative Volunteer Event Planner to lead the planning and execution of the "Come C2C" event in Washington DC on Saturday, March 2, 2024. This celebratory event marks the anticipation of Ghana Independence Day, which falls on March 6, and includes the exciting launch of the Connected to Culture (C2C) app.
Responsibilities:
1. Event Planning:
- Develop a comprehensive event plan in collaboration with the organizing team.
- Coordinate logistics, including venue selection, catering, and audio-visual requirements.
- Ensure adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
2. Theme Development:
- Create a vibrant and engaging theme that aligns with Ghana Independence Day.
- Integrate the theme into event decor, activities, and promotional materials.
3. Program Coordination:
- Plan and organize a dynamic program featuring cultural performances, speeches, and the C2C app launch.
- Collaborate with performers, speakers, and other contributors.
4. Promotion and Outreach:
- Develop a promotional strategy to maximize event attendance.
- Utilize social media, newsletters, and other channels to generate excitement.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling promotional materials.
5. Volunteer Coordination:
- Recruit and manage volunteers for various event roles.
- Conduct volunteer orientation and training sessions.
6. Logistics Management:
- Oversee set-up and breakdown activities on the event day.
- Coordinate with vendors, ensuring smooth execution of services.
7. Guest Experience:
- Ensure a positive and memorable experience for event attendees.
- Address guest inquiries and concerns promptly.
8. Post-Event Evaluation:
- Collect feedback from attendees and volunteers.
- Conduct a post-event evaluation to identify successes and areas for improvement.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in event planning or coordination.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Creativity and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passion for cultural exchange and community engagement.
Connected to Culture is an equal opportunity organization. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Martin Luther King Jr Ave SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20032, US
Connected to Culture, Inc.’s mission is to build community through cultural exchange. The organization provides tech-enabled tools and resources that inspire cultural exploration of all 54 African countries. Through tech, story-telling, cultural exchange and travel, Connected to Culture, Inc bridges the gap between the Motherland and Diaspora.
From Afrobeats topping the music charts to Marvel’s Black Panther movies selling out movie theaters, African culture is the newest pop culture phenomena worldwide. This new appreciation for African culture has sparked a new found interest in the food we eat, the clothes we wear and how we live our lives. For far too long, what is portrayed about African culture has been told from the lens of outsiders with very little connection to the people who live on the land. With advancements in DNA research, people all over the world are able to accurately find out if they have African ancestry. This is life changing for some many people who’s history was practically erased as a result of the Trans Atlantic Slave Trade.
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
June 27, 2024
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