About the Position

The Event Planner is responsible for organizing and executing events that celebrate, raise funds for, or leave a positive impact for the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona (WFSA). This position focuses on the logistics of events involving coordinating all aspects of the event start to finish keeping in mind WFSA’s mission. The Event Planner is the key team member for vendors, attendees and staff for all events requiring flexibility and adaptability. This role is a valuable member of the Development team and reports to the Director of Donor Experience.

This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt, and benefitted position with a rate of $27/hour with an estimated 25 hours per week with possibility to be full-time. Some evenings and weekends may be necessary to oversee events.

While this position is currently remote, the final candidate’s primary residence must be within the state of Arizona. This position may require 25%-50% travel throughout the state of Arizona.

About the Organization

The Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona (WFSA) is an exceptional place to work, grow, and make a difference. We are a dynamic team of individuals who are dedicated to promoting equity, opportunity, and economic independence for women and girls in Arizona. Our work is deeply meaningful and impactful, and we are committed to creating a more just and equitable society for everyone. We value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, and we believe that our team members are our greatest asset. When you join our team, you’ll be joining a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a positive change in the world.

We believe that taking care of yourself is crucial for achieving a healthy work/life balance. We encourage our employees to prioritize self-care and offer flexible work arrangements to help them do so. We value the well-being of our team members and recognize that everyone’s needs are different, so we work with everyone to find the right balance that works for them. We believe that happy, healthy employees are key to our success, and we are committed to supporting our team in all aspects of their lives.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development and growth. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) both in our work and in our workplace. To achieve this, we provide ongoing DEIA training to all staff members, which helps us stay informed and informed as we use an intersectional approach in our work. Our goal is to be culturally competent, understand the diverse communities we serve, and create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. We recognize that DEIA is a continuous learning process, and we are dedicated to creating opportunities for our staff to learn, grow, and engage in meaningful conversations around these important issues.

If you’re looking for a fulfilling and inspiring career that truly creates change, join the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona.

About the Candidate

• You possess excellent organizational and project management skills, ensuring that events run smoothly from start to finish
• You are adept at identifying and managing challenges that may arise during the event planning process, and you find effective solutions to ensure success
• You have the ability to lead and motivate a team of staff, volunteers, and vendors, bringing out their best and ensuring the success of the event
• You have experience working in a remote work environment, allowing you to work efficiently from any location and collaborate effectively with remote teams
• You possess a strong understanding of marketing and promotional strategies to effectively promote events, attract attendees, and generate media attention
• You are highly creative and able to generate innovative ideas and solutions to make events stand out
• You have outstanding communication skills, both interpersonal and written, enabling you to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• You possess strong attention to detail, time management skills, and conflict resolution skills, ensuring that the event runs on time, on budget, and without any hiccups
• You are skilled in interacting effectively and empathetically with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, building rapport and fostering positive relationships
• You possess a professional demeanor, while still having a friendly and collaborative attitude that contributes to a positive team culture
• You have at least two (2) years’ experience in event planning
• You have experience working with nonprofit organizations, foundations and / or community partners
• You have a deep commitment to nonprofit and social justice work as well as issues of DEIA (diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility) in the workplace.
• You have a genuine passion for women’s issues and a commitment to empowering women to self sufficiency
• You are proficient in standard office equipment, event planning software or applications with remote work experience

To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply as soon as possible and will keep considering candidates until we fill the position. To apply, please send us an email at search@womengiving.org with a complete application. The application should include a letter expressing your interest in the job, your resume, and three references. Please make sure your application is complete, as we will not consider incomplete applications. However, we welcome alternative formats for the application if that helps you to showcase your skills and abilities better. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at: search@womengiving.org.

At WFSA, we have a bold ambition: Live & breathe the equity work that makes WFSA the place everyone wants to be. Even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed above, please still apply for the job. We know that marginalized communities, like women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of color, might feel unsure about applying for a job if they don’t meet every requirement. But at the Women’s Foundation for the state of Arizona, we’re committed to making our workplace inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible for everyone. If you’re excited about the job, even if you don’t have all the experience we’re looking for, we still want you to apply!

We value employee choice and privacy at WFSA. To ensure everyone’s safety during in-person meetings and events, employees must be fully vaccinated or comply with a venue’s COVID-19 protocols, which may include a negative test one day before an event.

Additional Details

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