Charity Event Coordinator Job Description
Hired to coordinate events in a non-profit setting, charity event coordinators are responsible for the conception and execution of events such as auctions, balls, galas, etc., designed to raise funds for a non-profit cause or organization.
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Duties
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Duties may include meeting with boards or trustees to establish a financial goal, working with committees to create an event focused on seeking money for that goal and executing the event to a lucrative end. They are responsible for working with staff, vendors, guests and donors to ensure a seamless and profitable event.
Education
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A high school education is required for a position in fund-raising. Some positions may require a bachelor's degree in public relations or communications, while others may prefer a background in non-profits or fund-raising such as charity management, development or finance.
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Expertise
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A solid working knowledge of non-profits and charity fund-raising is usually gained through years of successful events, as well as continuing an established record of money-earning events
Pay
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Pay rate can range from $30,000 to $50,000 annually, depending on years of experience and employer.
Considerations
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Due to the nature of the non-profit world, event planning in a charity organization requires long hours, often over the weekend, for minimal pay and benefits and working to establish connections and relations with potential guests and donors.
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