Events Coordinator 2024
About this opportunity
Possible Dreams International (PDI) partners with rural communities in the Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland) to improve health through a strategy of upholding dignity, emergency relief aid, and sustainability projects. We are seeking volunteers with events or fundraising experience to coordinate one fundraising event for PDI in Melbourne in 2024.
Responsibilities: Coordinate one major fundraising event (ie. gala dinner or cocktail night) to raise funds for PDI’s field projects, with the support of PDI volunteers and the Board; Carry out all event administration, keep detailed records (including receipts and invoices) and manage funds raised in a timely manner; Organise fundraising team meetings and work with other volunteers to implement the fundraising event; Approach sponsors for in-kind or monetary donations for the event Liaise with key stakeholders, namely all board members, team members, PDI community members, sponsors and the general community in planning events;
Key attributes: Passion for PDI and understanding of our ethos Fundraising or event coordinator experience (highly desirable) Integrity & reliability Initiative and leadership skills An ability to manage volunteers Teamwork and collaboration skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Please email your CV/LinkedIn Profile to apply for this role to: [email protected]. Applications prior to the deadline are encouraged & will be considered upon receipt. We look forward to hearing from you!
Approx 15 hours of work to coordinate 1 fundraising event in 2024
Suitable for- Online & Remote Volunteers
- Fundraising & Events
- Marketing, Media & Communications