25 Non-profit Event Planning Jobs in Illinois

Updated daily. Most recent posting: October 23, 2026.

Events Assistant Coordinator

The Event Assistant Coordinator will support the university's development and alumni team by assisting with event planning, logistics, and on-site execution. Responsibilities include researching venues, managing registration, coordinating event materials, and conducting outreach to potential donors ...

Chicago, Illinois Case Western Reserve University
Conventions and Event Services Manager

Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Conventions and Event Services Manager to lead planning, execution, and logistical strategy for events at the American Guild of Organists (AGO). In this role, you will be responsible for orchestrating memorable physical events tha...

Peoria, Illinois American Guild of Organists
Philanthropy Events Specialist

The Philanthropy Events Specialist is responsible for managing and executing fundraising and stewardship events for hospital foundations. This role involves coordinating event logistics, managing budgets and timelines, and working with internal teams to deepen donor relationships through high-qualit...

Chicago, Illinois Endeavor Health
Director of Exhibitions

The Director of Exhibitions leads the strategy, administration, and execution of the museum's exhibition program. This role involves managing project lifecycles, budgets, and cross-departmental collaboration to deliver scholarly and mission-driven gallery projects....

Chicago, Illinois Art Institute of Chicago
Events & Communications Specialist

The Events & Communications Specialist is responsible for planning and executing a variety of fundraising and community engagement events. The role involves managing event logistics, vendor relationships, budgets, and post-event evaluation to support the organization's development goals....

Chicago, Illinois Friends of the Children
Events and Volunteer Program Internship

The ideal candidate will be able to take direction from multiple team members, but also be proactive and work independently; all while being able to prioritize, stay organized, and keep a strong attention to detail. Intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Passion for animals and bel...

Chicago, Illinois PAWS Chicago
Event Planning Specialist

The Event Planning Specialist will support the Wounded Warrior Project by managing logistics for meetings and events, including site selection, vendor negotiation, and catering coordination. The role involves utilizing registration software to manage budgets, timelines, and onsite event execution to...

Chicago, Illinois Wounded Warrior Project
Event + Meeting Planner

We are looking for an Event Planner to support meeting and event operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a highly organized individual who can coordinate complex logistics, manage competing priorities, and hand...

Chicago, Illinois Robert Half
Public Speaker & Workshop Facilitator

The Dream Opportunity is seeking an event speaker and host to facilitate panels and professional development workshops for students in partnership with major corporate brands. The role involves hosting live sessions, attending rehearsals, and collaborating with the creative team to develop effective...

Chicago, Illinois Dream Opportunity
Corporate Event Host & Presenter

The Dream Opportunity is seeking an event host and speaker to facilitate panels and workshops for students and corporate partners. The role involves leading live sessions, attending rehearsals, and collaborating with the creative team to develop effective event content....

Chicago, Illinois Dream Opportunity
Event Host / Emcee (MC) – Corporate & Student Events

The Dream Opportunity is seeking an event host and emcee to facilitate panels and workshops for students and corporate partners. The role involves leading live sessions, attending rehearsals, and collaborating with the creative team to develop effective event content....

Chicago, Illinois Dream Opportunity
Manager of Events

The Manager of Events will lead the sales strategy and revenue performance for event rentals at the Obama Foundation campus. This position involves managing a team to drive business development, handle client relationships, and ensure the effective use of event spaces in alignment with organizationa...

Chicago, Illinois Obama Foundation
Special Events Officer

The Special Events Officer is responsible for planning and executing fundraising events for the SBL Health Foundation. This role involves managing event budgets, coordinating with volunteer committees, negotiating sponsor agreements, and overseeing event logistics from start to finish....

Illinois Sarah Bush Lincoln
Conference and Meeting Planner

Description Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is seeking to fill the position of Conference and Meeting Planner. This position will work independently and collectively with a team to seamlessly deliver the organization’s meeting and convention events. The Conference and Meeting Planner will h...

Chicago, Illinois Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Events Associate

The Events Associate will support the planning, coordination, and execution of a variety of meetings, programs, and special events. This role will serve as a key point of contact for a newly established event space, ensuring a seamless experience for internal teams, external partners, and guests. Th...

Chicago, Illinois Addison Group
Sr. Events Planner II

We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a Sr. Events Planner II (Hybrid) on our Corporate Services team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL...

Chicago, Illinois American Medical Association
Senior Meeting Planner

The Senior Meeting Planner is responsible for the strategic planning and operational execution of face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid meetings for the American College of Surgeons. This role involves managing budgets, negotiating with vendors, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to deliver hi...

Chicago, Illinois American College of Surgeons
Special Event Associate

The Special Events Set-up Associate is responsible for the physical logistics of events, including the assembly and breakdown of equipment like stages, tables, and lighting. This role ensures that event venues are properly prepared, maintained, and safe for all attendees....

Chicago, Illinois The Salvation Army
Manager of Special Events - Part Time Role

Through the mission of "instilling hope by creating the right balance of resources and care to foster and equip healthy productive children and families," our 90 dedicated employees are committed to the investment of strengthening families with the tools and ties to succeed. Promote the culture and ...

Peoria, Illinois FamilyCore
Program & Event Coordinator (Special Olympics)

The Program and Event Coordinator will plan, implement, and instruct citywide Special Olympics programs for individuals with disabilities. This role involves coordinating with partner organizations to manage project timelines and creating promotional materials for various athletic and recreational e...

Chicago, Illinois Chicago Park District
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