Corporate Partnership Events Coordinator (Newark)

Overview

This position is a pro-bono volunteer role located in New Jersey (Newark, Trenton, and Camden areas). JerseySTEM is a grassroots 501(c) nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education to 5th-8th grade girls in New Jersey underserved communities.

We partner with socially responsible companies and their employees, youth organizations in underserved communities, and civic-minded college students and universities. Together we develop and deliver innovative, hands-on, and online after school projects and inquiry-based learning opportunities that develop teamwork, 21st-century problem-solving skills, and self-esteem.

The Events Coordinator at JerseySTEM plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of in-person events, acting as the main point of contact and project manager for all aspects of event planning and execution. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for creating engaging and impactful experiences that align with JerseySTEM's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Drive the overall planning process including leading the events team to ensure critical activities are managed effectively and on time
• Planning and overseeing event execution
• Event coordination and managing event interdependencies
• Stakeholder communications, negotiations, and problem-solving
• Cross-event resource management
• Identifying and addressing problems and risks
• Event look-back documentation (e.g., outcomes, lessons learned, best practices)
• Creating and managing a budget, as needed
• Guide designers in the creation of themed event graphics (event logo, signage, social media graphics, etc)
• Attend CPD virtual team meetings once a week (Saturdays at 10 am EST)

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