Event & Engagement Coordinator

Coalition for Kids•Johnson City, TN

22h

About The Position

Coalition For Kids is seeking a highly organized, creative, and mission-driven professional to serve as our Event & Engagement Coordinator. The primary duty of this position is the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising and community engagement events that support the organization’s mission and revenue goals. This role also supports digital engagement initiatives and donor data management functions.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma
Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, Business, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred
A minimum of 1–3 years of progressive experience in event coordination, development operations, or related professional experience.
Strong organizational and project management skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Experience in event planning preferred
Experience in social media content creation and digital storytelling
Comfortable with photography and basic video editing
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor database systems (CRM experience preferred)
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Self-starter with high initiative and follow-through
Passion for serving children and advancing the mission of Coalition For Kids

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate annual fundraising events (banquets, golf tournaments, luncheons, etc.) under the direction of the Director of Development.
Evaluate venue and vendor options, develop recommendations, and coordinate logistics including contracts, catering, décor, A/V, and production timelines.
Develop proposed event budgets and monitor expenses within approved parameters.
Oversee guest management systems, registration processes, and sponsorship fulfillment.
Recruit, schedule, and provide direction to volunteers for event execution.
Lead on-site event coordination and resolve operational issues within established guidelines.
Conduct post-event financial and operational analysis and provide recommendations for improvement.
Monitor sponsorship commitments and ensure fulfillment of approved agreements.
Develop and implement a monthly social media content calendar aligned with organizational priorities.
Create digital storytelling content including photos, videos, graphics, and written posts within brand guidelines.
Collaborate with program leadership to highlight impact and success stories.
Analyze engagement metrics and provide data-informed recommendations for improvement.
Assist with email marketing campaigns and donor-focused storytelling initiatives.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of donations in accordance with established financial procedures.
Maintain donor records with precision, confidentiality, and attention to data integrity standards.
Support timely and accurate gift acknowledgment and stewardship communications.
Monitor recurring gifts and pledge fulfillment and communicate discrepancies as appropriate.
Generate donor and revenue reports to support leadership review and planning.
Support grant tracking and documentation processes to ensure organized and accurate reporting.
Maintain clean, organized, and up-to-date donor data systems to support compliance and reporting accuracy.