Event Coordinator for The Imani Center, Richmond, VA

Part-time Commission Base Position

The Event Coordinator acts as the central coordinator of all Imani Conference Center event functions, both internal and external (such as retreats, concerts, weddings, and other private events held in The Imani Center Conference Center). The purpose of this role is to streamline communication around events and ensure all events meet the standards established by our mission, vision.

The position serves as support of the lead planner(s) and is responsible for providing input on strategy, planning, and execution of logistics for events such as all types of profitable events include not inclusive retreats, concerts, educational symposiums/seminars, staff appreciation, and occasional smaller high-level events, etc.
Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of full-time experience in events in a fast-paced, complex environment

•Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal skills

•Exceptional planning and organizational skills

•Ability to build relationships with vendors, negotiate contracts, build and maintain accurate and conscientious budgets

•Ability to prioritize, focus, work independently and be a self-starter

•Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse environment

•The coordinator will develop and track ongoing relationships with event contractors, vendors, and partners

•The position provides virtual event support with scheduling meetings, running webinars, and providing technical support

•This position will require working some off-peak hours for event planning

•and execution, as well as potential overnight travel for out-of-town events

•Provide support for budget, staff, timetable, communications plan, event procedures, and more and execute events for The Imani Conference Center

•Work collaboratively with appropriate departments, vendors and clients to achieve a common goal of creating meaningful engagement opportunities with the Imani Conference Center's mission.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Richmond, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person