Assistant Event Coordinator-P/T

About Us:

• If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

* Salary: $17.00 - $18.00

* PTO is offered for part-time employees.

Job Functions:

The Assistant Event Coordinator helps build the pipeline of donors and volunteers to Metropolitan Ministries through event management and coordination. Primary responsibilities include supporting Sr. Event Coordinator and the full Events Team with coordination of details and logistics for resident and other client program events as well as donor fundraising and community events (in-person, virtual, and hybrid). This includes, but is not limited to, administrative tasks related to event preparation, logistics planning and support for a variety of areas (audio/visual, production, online event platforms). Responsibilities may also include a broad range of hands-on tasks with varying complexity supporting event planning committees, vendor/partner relationship management, invoicing, contract support, event volunteer/intern guidance.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. PROGRAM EVENTS: Assist and support event logistics and details in accordance with the program team event champion's vision as outlined on the event request form as assigned. Resident and other client program events include, but are not limited to; LAMPLighters' events, Back to School Bash, Employment Bootcamps, and residential events; as well as sports team involvement and other special appearances. Assists and supports vendors (such as photographer and other needs including food/beverage and table/tablecloth rentals, etc.) for resident holidays (including but not limited to, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) as assigned. Requires some experience and understanding of in-person logistics, relationships, and support. Requires some experience and with virtual event production, including knowledge of online event, classroom, and streaming platforms. Assist with coordination of event check-in and post-event debrief meetings. Assist with supporting event administrative needs of other internal departments, vendors, and partners, including contracts/agreements and invoices. Assist with setup and maintenance of program event budgets as assigned. Assist with maintaining program events calendar. Work collaboratively with Event Coordinator(s), event intern(s), and volunteer(s) in support of program event responsibilities.
2. DONOR FUNDRAISING AND COMMUNITY EVENTS: Assist and support event logistics and details in accordance with the event champion's vision outlined on the event executive summary as assigned. Fundraising events include but are not limited to: Bridge Builders, Tampa Bay Food Fight, Legacy, Pasco Leadership Luncheon, Tent Blessing, and Business Champions of Champions. Requires some experience and understanding of in-person logistics, relationships, and support. Assist with event check-in and post-event debrief meetings. Assist with supporting event administrative needs for vendor and partners, including contracts/agreements and invoices. Assist with setup and maintenance of event budgets as assigned. Assist with maintaining events calendar. Maintain professional interactions with donors, board members, staff, and volunteers when assisting at fundraising and community events. Work collaboratively with Event Coordinator(s), event intern(s), and volunteer(s) in support of fundraising and community event responsibilities.
3. RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENT & RESEARCH, OTHER DUTIES: Assists with maintenance, stewardship, and tracking of new and existing vendor and partner relationships (i.e., venues and other businesses). Work collaboratively with Event Coordinator(s) and event intern(s), as well as supervises volunteer(s) that support and advance Metropolitan Ministries to provide exemplary event experiences. Demonstrates practice of ongoing research and expansion of knowledge of nonprofit and event planning best practices and national and local trends. Supports the team in other tasks as assigned, including tours, on-site meetings, luncheons as needed and other events as developed. Supports the holiday center operations as directed.
4. CULTURE AND ETHICS: Demonstrates a passion for the mission, vision, and guiding values of Metropolitan Ministries. Works in a cooperative manner with staff, volunteers, and collaborative partners to achieve event and organizational goals. Meets personal goals, actively contributes to the achievements of team, and support departmental KPIs.
5. INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE: Continually expands personal nonprofit fundraising knowledge by staying abreast of national, state, and local trends and laws for fundraising in general and related to fundraising and nonprofit program events and general and in-kind gift support. Participates in regular Cross-functional team, Direct Report team, and All Staff meetings.

Education and Experience:

Friendly, hospitality service, or event support experience preferred. Minimum associate degree, or commensurate experience in event support, hospitality management, or relevant field, and at least 1 year of successful event support experience. Attention to detail is required for Essential Responsibilities outlined.

Skills Requirements:

Excellent written communication skills. Excellent oral skills, including phone presence. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Ability to plan and organize work and handle job-related matters in a professional manner. Critical thinker, problem-solving and good time management skills are necessary. Must be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Demonstrated proficiency with event support tracking software preferred. Computer and office equipment literate. Knowledge of web-based research tools and Microsoft Office is required. Must be able to work independently and as a team player.

Requires heart for ministry and comfort working with poor and homeless families and individuals. Requires understanding of poverty, a high degree of maturity, strong inter-personal skills, and the ability to work with low socio-economic and diverse populations facing crisis situations in a professional and diplomatic manner. Knowledge of community resources available to homeless population. Must demonstrate maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity. Ability to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to walk and climb stairs and to lift 20 lbs. Physically able to work in outdoor/temporary shelter environment considering the local climate and its normal fluctuations. Physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress.

Other:

Must pass applicable pre-employment screening and demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, and particularly, but not limited to holiday months (October-December).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at