Events & Promotions Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Job Title : Events & Promotions Coordinator

Employment Classification : Non-Exempt

Location : 120 Research Drive, Columbia SC 29203

Full Time / Part Time : Full-Time

Onsite, Hybrid, Remote : Onsite, Hybrid eligible after six (6) months

Travel Required : Yes, up to 60%

Department : Development

Reporting Supervisor : Chief Development Officer

Primary Job Objective / Job Summary :

The Events & Promotions Coordinator will lead the planning and execution of SC Thrive’s Annual Training event, a high-impact, multi-day conference that brings together hundreds of professionals from across South Carolina to engage in professional development, networking, and collaborative learning. The Events & Promotions Coordinator will be the driving force behind its success—ensuring every detail is executed with precision and every attendee leaves inspired. The Events & Promotions Coordinator will also serve as a critical member of the Development team, working with the CDO to plan and execute additional event fundraising strategies that raise revenue for SC Thrive and build awareness for our mission while supporting with the communications efforts of SC Thrive.

70% Annual Training Leadership :

• Serve as the primary project manager for SC Thrive’s Annual Training conference, overseeing all phases from conception to completion.
• Develop and manage event timelines, budgets, and logistics plans.
• Coordinate venue selection, vendor contracts, catering, A / V, signage, and room setups.
• Collaborate with internal teams to curate session content, speaker lineups, and training materials.
• Manage event registration, attendee communications, and on-site support.
• Lead post-event evaluations and reporting to measure impact and identify improvements.

15% Event Fundraising Leadership :

10% Communications Support :

5% General Event Support :

Requirements :

Qualifications and Experience Required :

Preferred Qualifications and Experience :

Additional Notes / Requirements / Qualifications :

Working Conditions and Physical Demands :

The job will usually be performed as a mix of office duties and travel will be required. Includes work outside standard business hours, including nights, overnights and weekends for special projects and events. Occasionally travels and works in outdoor weather conditions.

Must be able to move about frequently 70% of the time frequently standing, bending, squatting, and sitting. The individual in this job must occasionally move about inside an office to access filing cabinets, office equipment, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as calculators, printers, etc. Consistently communicates information and ideas to others. Must be able to exchange accurate information in a manner others understand in these situations. Frequently observes details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Frequently moves boxes up to 20 pounds across the office and at outside events for various purposes.

SC Thrive is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. SC Thrive will take steps to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, perform the job's essential functions, or receive other benefits and employment privileges, please get in touch with the HR Contact for this job as listed above.

SC Thrive is an Equal Opportunity and At-Will Employer.