The Nashville Food Project
Contract Events Coordinator
The Nashville Food Project
Job Summary
The Nashville Food Project Mission Statement
Bringing people together to grow, cook and share nourishing food, with the goals of cultivating community and alleviating hunger in our city.
Contract Events Coordinator Position Summary
The Nashville Food Project seeks to hire a Contract Events Coordinator to support the Marketing and Events Manager, as part of the Development and Marketing team, in planning and hosting two key fundraising events this fall.
CLASSIFICATION
This is a part time contract position of 5-15 hours per week from June-October. The position will report to the Marketing and Events Manager. Some evening and weekend work will be required.
Job Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Adhere to an events timeline and budget, supporting sourcing and management of vendors, suppliers and talent
• Support applications for licenses and permits
• Assist with promotion
• Help ensure events run smoothly, troubleshooting as needed
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
• Creative problem solver
• Service-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at once
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management and detail-oriented skills
• Respect for and attention to diversity
• Events and/or catering experience preferred
• Experience with Eventbrite, Squarespace, Mailchimp and social media a plus
Additional Information
Benefits
COMPENSATION
Compensation for this position is $20 per hour.
How to Apply
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to elke@thenashvillefoodproject.org before Wednesday, May 19th.
The Nashville Food Project does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, developmental disability, sexual orientation or national origin.
Details
- Date Posted: May 4, 2021
- Type: Contract / Temp
- Job Function: Communications / Marketing / PR
- Service Area: Other
- Salary Range: $20/hr