Who we are:

A Glimpse of Africa was founded in 2019 to unite people to showcase, educate, celebrate, and share diverse African cultures while fostering community programs that voice, advocate for, and address African refugees and immigrants' needs and disparities. A Glimpse of Africa's mission is to ensure that African immigrants and refugees are visible, through advocacy, creating a sense of belonging, and breaking language, cultural, and systemic barriers. We are seeking a detail-oriented, dynamic, and enthusiastic Volunteer & Events Coordinator to join our growing team. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan our nonprofit believes these essential needs, resources, and opportunities are key to a thriving life as refugees and immigrants plant roots in West Michigan. Our core community programs are:

• Art and Cultural Celebration
• Mental Health & Wellness Programs
• Community Education & Literacy Equity
• Financial & Economic Empowerment
• Civic Engagement & Community Advocacy

What You'll Do:

As the Volunteer & Events Coordinator, you'll play an instrumental part in ensuring the success of our annual A Glimpse of Africa Festival, Gala, and community events by overseeing event planning and logistics. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll coordinate event volunteer recruiting, training, and planning sessions while building relationships with community partners and fundraising. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to make an impact and contribute to a vibrant cultural celebration of African immigrant and refugee communities. In this role, you'll:

• Use your previous experience in event planning and management and passion for highlighting African immigrant and refugee traditions to collaborate onsite with the AGOA Management Team to plan the largest African Cultural Festival in West Michigan, our annual Gala, our Mental Health Fair and so much more.
• Lean on your extensive volunteer management experience and party-planning skills to build relationships with our volunteers and assign volunteer roles, ensuring we've got the right people in the right seats for the Festiva. You will help to create a positive and engaging volunteer experience, aiming for long-term commitment from our volunteers.
• Share your love for cultural and community festivities by pouring intentionality into staff and volunteer communication. You'll oversee all festival administration and ensure our volunteer recruitment efforts are successful, enabling our organization to showcase rich African cultures through music, dance, fashion, arts and crafts, and other community activities at our events.
• Use your strong fundraising and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain relationships and communication channels with our funders and partners, creating a sense of appreciation and gratitude for our giving community. You will collaborate with marketing to highlight and integrate sponsorship contributions and opportunities on social media and event promotional materials.

What You'll Get:

• Appreciation for work/life integration.
• A flexible and professional work environment.
• Opportunity to grow and develop.
• Competitive wages and paid lunch.
• Be a part of the mission that supports equity and inclusion.

A Glimpse of Africa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status.

Note: Reasonable accommodations can be arranged for individuals with disabilities. Working conditions are subject to modification as necessary. Apply now to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to celebrating African culture and supporting entrepreneurial success!