Events Manager

As the Events Manager, you will ensure the execution, logistics and operations of Rise Against Hunger's volunteer meal packing events. You are passionate about being a part of the change in the world and helping Rise Against Hunger in its mission to end global hunger.You embrace our efforts to create a diverse and inclusive workplace as well as volunteer experience, including being comfortable working with faith-based groups of all different religions as well as carry a professional demeanor in corporate and academic settings.You take initiative to get things done, a self-starter with an Associates degree or two years of work experience and possess proficiency in using cloud-based computing software such as Google/Microsoft Office suite, Customer relationship management tools (Salesforce) and video conferencing.You are open to working a flexible work schedule, including some weekends and evenings.You excel at multitasking, with a strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously – either as a team or independently.You possess strong verbal presentation skills and can leverage social media as a tool to communicate and drive event participationYou enjoy working on your feet moving about during the day, lifting and carrying up to 50 lb bags and working in a warehouse environment.You are ready to learn how to drive a box truck, operate a forklift, and have no concerns with being able to pass a drug screen, DOT physical and have a clean driving record.What You Will Own and Improve We operate a face-paced mission-driven volunteer and donor engagement program with events for businesses, faith-based organizations, and educational institutions. RequirementsYou are age 21 years or olderAn Associate degree or two years of work experience in related fieldProficiency in Google/Microsoft office suite as well as other cloud-based softwareA valid driver's license with a clean driving record with a willingness to drive a box truck to transport materials to and from eventsAbility to perform physical tasks such as lifting or operating pallet jacks including frequently lifting up to 50lbs.Must be able to comply with DOT regulations and maintain DOT certification (DOT does not allow any history of marijuana use even for medicinal purposes)Flexibility to work weekends as well as some evenings and early mornings.Resourcefulness to work in different spaces and environmentsExperience with non-profit work is helpful but not requiredBenefits Rise Against Hunger employees can rest easy knowing that their medical, vision and dental insurance premium is on us, along with 65% of their family's insurance premium. Along with our health benefits, we also offer Discretionary Paid Time Off (DPTO), which allows our employees to take vacation and health time as they see fit to find harmony between life and work.