Event Planner

About the roleThe Event Planner is responsible for leading Protect Life Michigan’s event planning, recruitment, and execution across the state. This individual must be highly organized, detail-oriented, an excellent communicator, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.This full-time job requires a flexible schedule, including periodic nights and weekends.THIS POSITION IS FULL-TIME AND REQUIRES THE CANDIDATE TO SUPPORT RAISE TO FUND THEIR SALARY & MINISTRY EXPENSES.What you'll do Duties & Responsibilities Lead and support all planning and execution before, during, and after these events:Annual March for Life Trip to DCFundraising Dinner (assisting the Director of Development)Summer Internship Planning team as neededEnd-of-Year Student CelebrationLife Advocate Intensive Student Training EventAny other regional or statewide PLM events such as speaking tours, large student events, or events for PLM supporters.Assist Program Coordinators in their programmatic event planning as needed. Examples include:The Summer InternshipCollege Team Summer TrainingInternal Protect Life Michigan staff events:The PLM Christmas PartyStaff Summer Activities & Celebrations Staff RetreatSome of the requirements to manage these events include, but are not limited to:Gathering feedback from participants and providing reports to supportersProposing ideas to improve each eventOrganizing all event details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invite list, special guests, equipment, promotional materials, etc.Ensuring compliance with insurance, legal, health, and safety obligationsSpecifying staff and volunteer requirements and coordinating their effortsWorking with the creative team to create and execute marketing plans for these events, including emails, mailers, social media content, online ads, etc.Proactively handling any arising issues and troubleshooting any emerging problems related to the eventsUpdating website with current event information and noticesDirectly oversee the Event Assistant, including delegation of tasks, training, feedback, and ongoing project management.During slow periods, assist in other projects and tasks as neededPeriodically attend events throughout the state, including on some nights and weekends, as a representative of Protect Life MichiganQualificationsCommitment to the pro-life movement and the mission of Protect Life Michigan.Organized, independent worker, proven skills in interpersonal relations, exceptional oral and written communication.Proven experience in event planning, event management, or operations—preferably in a nonprofit or fast-paced environment.Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (oral and written).Experience supervising staff or leading teams preferred.Ability to build productive relationships with supporters, students, and the communityAbility to manage multiple projects independentlySalary/BenefitsSalary and benefits are determined by the needs of the individual, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include:After completing 1 year of work, eligibility for employer-matched Simple IRA.Protect Life Michigan is a support-raising organization. We have an excellent track record of helping job candidates reach full support: 85% of our candidates have reached full support within 2-3 months.You will complete support raising prep work over the first 1-3 weeks, then you will attend a support raising bootcamp around week 4 of your employment with PLM.