Position Summary
The Volunteer Center of East Central WI is a nonprofit organization that was started in 1995. Consider joining us as a member of a fun and relaxed team committed to carrying out our organization’s mission of developing, coordinating and promoting volunteerism in our three county service area to address community needs. The Marketing and Special Events Director will work toward maximizing the organization’s volunteer resources and lend support to various fund development opportunities by coordinating special events that connect the Volunteer Center with the community.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reports to: Executive Director
The Marketing and Special Event Director’s duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Produce and edit donor correspondence, newsletter content, website content, press releases, brochures and other collateral relevant to development, marketing, and community awareness.
- Maintain and update agency website, e-Newsletter, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
- Produce and edit Volunteer Connection Book and Holiday Guide.
- Work with the Executive Director to plan logistics, marketing, and coordinate volunteer resources for fundraising events such as Human Race and FunRai$er.
- Assist as needed on events such as Martin Luther King Day, VolunteerFest, Youth Alliance and Make a Difference Day.
- Work with the Administrative Assistant to maintain the volunteer and donor database.
- Attend and participate in community events/meetings as appropriate.
- Assist member agencies on volunteer needs for community special events.
- Deliver presentations to groups such as Kiwanis and Rotary groups.
- Other duties as assigned
Core Competencies and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of an Associate Degree in liberal arts field of study or an equivalent amount of training, education and experience required.
- Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
- Ability to connect with others and establish strong relationships
- Highly organized, analytical and strong ability to multi-task
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs. Database experience preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of social media campaigns and trends.
- Ability to produce and maintain detailed records.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Experience in Adobe In-Design or other graphic software.
- Some management and leadership experience preferred.
Essential Functions/Working Conditions
- Light physical demands/ stairs in building.
- Must be able to meet deadlines and changing priorities.
- Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Sense of humor and being flexible.
- Core hours will be established. Can be flexible with right candidate.
- Nights and weekends may be required.
Apply by sending a cover letter and resume to:
Julia Drobeck, Executive Director
Volunteer Center of East Central WI
2616 S. Oneida Street
Appleton, WI 54915
Or email jdrobeck@volunteercenter.net
Apply by Monday, July 7, 2014
