Events Specialist

Role Overview:The Events Specialist is responsible for managing the planning process and operational execution of events hosted by Akron Community Foundation and its family of affiliate funds. Working collaboratively with foundation staff, affiliate fund leaders and other event stakeholders, this position develops and maintains consistent event planning systems, timelines and best practices that ensure events are well coordinated, professionally executed and aligned with the foundation's standards. This planning process will help clarify roles and responsibilities, coordinate internal resources, ensure all departments are informed of deadlines and reduce duplication of efforts.Create and manage detailed project plans for each event.Work closely with the Director of Accounting & Administration to review contracts and ensure adherence to IRS and other state laws and regulations.Keep projects on schedule by monitoring deadlines, facilitating communication and following up on outstanding action items.For ACF events, assist event leads with event budgets, including developing overall budget, obtaining quotes, tracking expenses and coordinating invoices.Ensure staff and volunteers stay on schedule with their tasks.Identify potential issues early and recommend solutions to keep planning on track.Provide on-site support for major Affiliate Fund events. )Proficient in Microsoft Office 365/Sharepoint and other software/applications.Experience with databases/CRM.Ability to build relationships and work effectively with a diverse group of volunteers, donors and other individuals.Understanding of Akron Community Foundation's various policies and procedures, including event policies. Other:Work is performed in an office environment.

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