Special Events Project Assistants

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The Stephen T. Pearlman Volunteer Center is responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating special events that bring value to the clients and programs of Lighthouse Guild. These events are often made possible by generous donations from corporations and philanthropic individuals.

Position: Special Events Program Assistant

Location: 250 West 64th Street, 6th Floor New York, NY 10023

Opportunity Summary: This position is ideal for a volunteer/intern with project management experience who is good with social media and can assist with all aspects of managing special events; including researching and creating theme-based activities, creating budgets, creating agenda/run of show for the event; and using their artistic skills to create the props needed for a successful event. The ideal candidate is an individual who is a self-starter who can work independently and with little guidance; comfortable managing all aspects of a special event or research project. Event planning or hospitality background a plus.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Assist the Department with all aspects of event coordination from budget creation to sourcing event supplies.
2. Assume leadership on day-to-day activities necessary to execute a successful event.
3. Determine if additional manpower/volunteer support is necessary.
4. Act as primary liaison with Department that benefits from the event.
5. Generate donor acknowledgements, inventory donations as needed.
6. Conduct research as needed to turn event vision into reality.

Qualifications:
* Strong computer skills - Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required.
* Ability to navigate the Internet, including social media, required.
* Strong verbal and written communications skills required.
* A people person with strong customer service orientation and good interpersonal skills.
* Self-starter who is willing to help wherever needed.
* Experience with or Interest in project management, event planning or nonprofit philanthropy is a plus.
* Ability to take and follow instructions and apply critical thinking skills.
* The ability to exhibit excellence in the execution of your responsibilities required.