Event Coordinator

Event Coordinator

Short term project
J101015
At a glance

Skills

  • Event management

Where

London, SW9 9SP
Mainly at home

Time

Mostly during office hours Estimate of time needed:
1-15 hours or 15-90 hours

Visitors from Fifth Day

Welcome to Reach Volunteering. We are a community and registered charity that connects people, skills and good causes.

To apply for this role, and any other on our platform, you need to be based in the UK, have at least three years of experience using the skills you wish to volunteer in a professional capacity or have lived experience (for trustee roles). Read more about our criteria.

As an event coordinator, you will be responsible for planning, organising, and delivering events, managing logistics, coordinating suppliers, and ensuring a smooth and successful experience for clients and guests.

What will you be doing?

As the Event Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning and delivering four key events. Your role involves overseeing all aspects of event organisation, from sourcing venues and managing logistics to implementing marketing strategies. You will also work with a team to project-manage events, secure sponsorships, and generate funds through food and drink sales.

What are we looking for?

  • Experience in planning and delivering events, including venue and sponsorship sourcing.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Knowledge of event marketing and audience engagement strategies.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
  • Ability to generate funds creatively, such as through food and drink sales.

What difference will you make?

As an event coordinator you will ensure the success of events by managing logistics, enhancing guest experience, reducing stress for hosts, and staying within budget, creating a seamless and memorable experience for all involved.

Causes
  • Black, asian and minority ethnic groups
  • Education
  • Local / community
  • Training / employment support
  • Women
  • Young people
  • Organisation type: 
    Not for profit

    Our initiative is designed to deliver a comprehensive and multi-faceted impact, yielding both immediate positive outcomes and sustained, long-term benefits for the individuals we seek to serve....