What are the responsibilities and job description for the Signature Events Coordinator (part-time) position at Wesley House Community Center?
The Signature Events Coordinator will lead the planning and execution of Wesley House’s three signature fundraising events: Tablescapes, Friends & Donors Breakfast, and the Masquerade Ball. This part-time position will collaborate with the Executive Director and Development Team to create meaningful, well-organized events that support our mission and generate key funding for our programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead logistics and execution of Wesley House’s three major events: Tablescapes, Friends & Donors Breakfast, and Masquerade Ball
- Collaborate with the Executive Director and Development Team to align event vision and revenue goals with Wesley House’s mission.
- Secure and coordinate with venues, vendors, caterers, entertainment, and AV providers.
- Manage budgets, track expenses and donations, and ensure all deadlines are met.
- Collaborate with leadership team to recruit and coordinate volunteers and event committees.
- Work with the Marketing & Communications intern to develop promotional materials, social media content, and digital invitations.
- Track RSVPs, manage guest lists, and coordinate ticket sales or registration platforms.
- Prepare event reports, post-event evaluations, and donor acknowledgments.
- Represent Wesley House with warmth, professionalism, and mission alignment.
- Ensure that all partnerships align with the organization’s mission and values.
- Ensures that daily actions and behavior align with the mission, vision, and cultural values of the organization.
- All other duties as assigned
Required Experience and Skills:
- 3 years of event coordination, project management, or nonprofit experience preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines
- Availability to work evening or weekend hours around key events
- Comfort using Microsoft Office and tools like Canva, Eventbrite, or DonorView
Schedule: This is a part-time, in-person position based at Wesley House Community Center. The weekly schedule is flexible and averages 15–20 hours per week, with additional evening and weekend hours required in the weeks leading up to and during signature events. Remote work is not available for this role.
Reports To: Director of Spiritual & Community Relations
Schedule: This is a part-time, in-person position based at Wesley House Community Center. The weekly schedule is flexible and averages 15–20 hours per week, with additional evening and weekend hours required in the weeks leading up to and during signature events. Remote work is not available for this role.
Compensation: $15–$20/hour based on experience
Flexible weekday scheduling with some evenings/weekends required around event dates.
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to michael@wesleyhouseknox.org or call at (865) 524-5494.
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20