Fundraising and Events Coordinator

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Position Overview: The Fundraising and Event Coordinator will play a pivotal role in supporting DART’s mission to provide rapid disaster response and relief. This volunteer position involves planning, organizing, and executing fundraising events and campaigns to secure essential resources for DART’s operations. The coordinator will also collaborate closely with the leadership team to build community relationships and drive donor engagement.

For someone to fill the Fundraising and Event Coordinator role, they should ideally meet the following requirements:

• Passion for DART’s Mission: A genuine interest in disaster response and relief efforts.
• Event Planning Experience: Prior experience organizing events or managing projects (volunteer or professional experience is acceptable).
• Fundraising Knowledge: Familiarity with fundraising strategies, donor relations, or online fundraising platforms.
• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to engage donors, sponsors, and community partners effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent at managing multiple tasks, deadlines, and details for events.
• Team Collaboration: Comfortable working with DART leadership and volunteers, as well as external community partners.
• Social Media Savvy: Experience promoting events and campaigns on social media is a plus.
• Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently and take initiative while managing projects from start to finish.

Impact of the Role: As a Fundraising and Event Coordinator, your efforts will directly contribute to DART's ability to equip and deploy volunteers during disasters, ensuring swift and effective assistance to those in need. By raising critical funds and building community support, you’ll help DART maintain its readiness to respond to emergencies and make a meaningful difference in the lives of disaster-affected communities.