Development Assistant, Events & Social Media

Development Assistant, Events & Social Media

Employer: Family Service of Rhode Island
Orms St - Providence, RI
Providence, RI 02906
Contact: Genesis Fuentes
Phone: 4014927583

Email: Fuentesge@familyserviceri.org

Job Description

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!

Position Summary: Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) seeks an organized, creative, and proactive Events & Media Coordinator to oversee the planning and execution of high-impact events and manage digital engagement strategies across multiple platforms.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative multitasker with an eye for detail, a strong sense of ownership, and a passion for the work of FSRI.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Planning & Management

Research and secure event venues with approval from the Director of Development and VP of Philanthropy
Work with Development Director to develop comprehensive event plans for fundraising, community, and staff-focused events
Organize and manage volunteers to support various events
Supervise vendor arrivals and setups to ensure alignment with run-of-show and event goals
Assist with hands-on setup and breakdown of events, ensuring timely execution and cleanup
Manage all event details including tablecloths, flowers, signage, AV, caterer
Plan and confirm event details such as seating, dining, entertainment, timeline, and guest list
Collect sponsor assets (logos, taglines, etc.) for integration into promotional materials
Ensure timely processing of vendor payments and track expenditures
Report weekly on planning progress and budget status to the Director of Development and VP of Philanthropy
Participate in debriefs and improvement planning
Social Media & Digital Engagement

Support development of and coordinate our strategic editorial calendar for FSRI and affiliated programs, including Lucys Hearth and AIDS Project Rhode Island
Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Manager to create engaging, relevant content that reflects the voice and mission of each program
Implement strategies to grow audience reach and foster engagement across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X
Monitor analytics and adjust tactics to improve performance
Respond to online comments and inquiries in a timely and professional manner
Qualifications:

Minimum of 13 years of experience in event planning, social media management, marketing, or nonprofit development
Exceptional communication and organizational skills with a flair for creative problem-solving
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Comfort with AV production, design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite), and digital scheduling platforms
Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Strong alignment with FSRIs mission and commitment to equity and community-centered care
Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

Dont meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, were dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If youre excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity!

Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.
Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of improving the health and well-being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance equity, opportunity and hope. FSRIs diverse and inclusive teams working across the Health, Healing, Home and Hope divisions, are experts in their fields, delivering strategies to positively impact lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.

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Positions Available

There are 1 positions available at this time.

Application Period

Thursday, July 10, 2025 through Friday, October 31, 2025

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