Event Engagement Coordinator

Upwards is seeking a passionate military affiliated person/spouse/family member to help conduct briefs, attend events and coordinate and host local events for military families with children aged 0-12 over the course of the next 2-3 months, with possibility to extend. They will be supported by our Military Events Marketing Manager and will work together to share the covered care program that is available to qualifying service members. Plan, coordinate, and host events designed for families with young children.Present information about Upwards’ childcare program at events. Though no professional experience with events or public speaking is required, we want involved community members who are striving to support their community.Leverage strong networking skills to engage families and increase program awareness.Use personal experiences as a military spouse or family member to foster meaningful community connections.Attend military-affiliated events such as weekend briefings, Yellow Ribbon ceremonies, and family days.Work closely with Upwards’ Event Marketing Manager to identify and attend relevant events in their state, including those sourced through Upwards leads.Engage with event attendees to discuss Upwards’ childcare services, including how to access covered care, the registration process, and ways to spread the word to other service members.Track and report key event metrics, including estimated soldier attendance, the number of soldiers with children and qualified sign-ups based on event size and type.You'll excel at this role if you have: Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is a plus for certain states, but not required.Reside within 50 miles of a military base (strongly preferred).What the Interview Process will look like: