Special Events Coordinator
Staten Island Jewish Community Center, New York, NY, United States
Job Summary
The Special Events Coordinator is responsible for contributing to fundraising activities related to the Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC, the Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Sunrise Day Camp, and Hillel of Staten Island. The Fundraising/Special Events Department produces multiple major events per year. This position is responsible for working on these events as well as other fundraising campaigns.
About You
The Special Events Coordinator should be familiar with all JCC programs, embrace the agency’s mission, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals and resolve problems. The chosen candidate will focus on donor needs and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.
What You’ll Do
Program Responsibilities:
Assist in the planning and execution for all JCC fundraising events, including galas, sports tournaments, and SunriseWALKS
Coordinating event details, including catering, venue, invitation lists, décor, and programming
Soliciting donors and sponsors for funding and in‑kind donations
Organizing special events and initiatives for Sunrise Day Camp-Staten Island with public and private schools, independent businesses and organizations, and nonprofits
Managing all third‑party initiatives and events, including providing support to volunteers on point of sale campaigns, fundraising events, etc.
Overseeing team and walker recruitment for SunriseWALKS
Leading Sunrise tours during the summer for new and returning donors
Administrative Responsibilities:
Working with Marketing Department on print and digital marketing for events
Creating fundraising‑related digital marketing (email blasts, graphics, etc.)
Monitoring and evaluating all event activities to ensure that fundraising goals are being achieved
Collaborating directly with the accounting department to ensure all donations, pledges, and fees for special events and programming are collected and reconciled
Assisting with administrative tasks including scheduling meetings, preparing meeting materials, and managing communication with committee members
Helping Fundraising Department with office support
All administrative tasks as assigned
Relevant Scope Measures:
Staffing Fundraising Committee meetings appropriate to the various special events
Attending JCC events, third party events, and relevant meetings after regular work hours and weekends
Our Requirements
Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work with and motivate staff, board members, and other volunteers
Self‑starter, goal driven, positive attitude
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Knowledge of Jewish history and culture a plus
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred
One+ year of related experience in nonprofit fundraising preferred
Must have a valid NY State Driver’s License and access to a car
Salary
Full-time/40 Hours with occasional nights and weekends, scheduled in advance
$50,000-55,000 (commensurate with experience)
This is an in‑person position
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The Special Events Coordinator is responsible for contributing to fundraising activities related to the Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC, the Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Sunrise Day Camp, and Hillel of Staten Island. The Fundraising/Special Events Department produces multiple major events per year. This position is responsible for working on these events as well as other fundraising campaigns.
About You
The Special Events Coordinator should be familiar with all JCC programs, embrace the agency’s mission, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals and resolve problems. The chosen candidate will focus on donor needs and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.
What You’ll Do
Program Responsibilities:
Assist in the planning and execution for all JCC fundraising events, including galas, sports tournaments, and SunriseWALKS
Coordinating event details, including catering, venue, invitation lists, décor, and programming
Soliciting donors and sponsors for funding and in‑kind donations
Organizing special events and initiatives for Sunrise Day Camp-Staten Island with public and private schools, independent businesses and organizations, and nonprofits
Managing all third‑party initiatives and events, including providing support to volunteers on point of sale campaigns, fundraising events, etc.
Overseeing team and walker recruitment for SunriseWALKS
Leading Sunrise tours during the summer for new and returning donors
Administrative Responsibilities:
Working with Marketing Department on print and digital marketing for events
Creating fundraising‑related digital marketing (email blasts, graphics, etc.)
Monitoring and evaluating all event activities to ensure that fundraising goals are being achieved
Collaborating directly with the accounting department to ensure all donations, pledges, and fees for special events and programming are collected and reconciled
Assisting with administrative tasks including scheduling meetings, preparing meeting materials, and managing communication with committee members
Helping Fundraising Department with office support
All administrative tasks as assigned
Relevant Scope Measures:
Staffing Fundraising Committee meetings appropriate to the various special events
Attending JCC events, third party events, and relevant meetings after regular work hours and weekends
Our Requirements
Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work with and motivate staff, board members, and other volunteers
Self‑starter, goal driven, positive attitude
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Knowledge of Jewish history and culture a plus
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred
One+ year of related experience in nonprofit fundraising preferred
Must have a valid NY State Driver’s License and access to a car
Salary
Full-time/40 Hours with occasional nights and weekends, scheduled in advance
$50,000-55,000 (commensurate with experience)
This is an in‑person position
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