Position Title: Programs & Events Assistant
Organization Type: Nonprofit
Work Environment: Hybrid
Salary: $45,000 - $55,000
Job Summary
Colorado Nonprofit Association’s (the Association) mission is to strengthen Colorado’s nonprofit organizations through education, connection, and advocacy. The Association cultivates and connects a community of nonprofits, individuals, and businesses. Member organizations represent all budget sizes, with diverse missions, locations and populations served. Educational programs increase the sustainability of the nonprofit sector by providing virtual and in-person training and professional development. The Association connects nonprofit professionals through peer-to-peer learning, fosters collaborations and partnerships between the three sectors, and connects members to resources, best practice knowledge, and current trend information to increase the overall capacity of the sector. Through advocacy, the Association leads the adoption and implementation of public policies that affect the entire sector and strengthen nonprofits and the communities where they work and actively supports statewide advocacy efforts of collaborations and networks of nonprofit focus areas.
Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Programs & Events Assistant plays a crucial role in the success of the Association’s in-person and virtual educational programming. The Programs & Events Assistant supports logistical elements of in-person and virtual programs, including but not limited to, Connecting Colorado, Nonprofit Bootcamps, Workshops, and the Nonprofit Legal Audit Clinic.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Manage schedules, resources, and provide technical support for virtual learning sessions.
- Implement technology solutions and platforms for virtual learning.
- Oversee the registration process for participants in all programs and events.
- Draft email communications to external partners and members related to programs and events.
- Manage the NeonOne database as it relates to programs and events.
- Cultivate positive relationships with external partners and vendors.
- Handle venue arrangements, equipment, catering, and other event-related logistics for small and mid-size events.
- Communicate event details, updates, and important information effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
- Respond to questions posed by external stakeholders
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong keyboard skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
- Experience working with virtual meeting software.
- Comfort with learning new technologies including database programs, software programs and internet tools.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships within a team environment and to motivate others.
- Understanding of sensitive nature of work and the ability to maintain confidential information.
- A sense of humor, tolerance for change, and a demonstrated ability to contribute to a positive team culture.
- Proficient with Google Suite. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint & Excel), or related software
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of 1-3 years of related job experience
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to lift 15 pounds at times.
- Some travel across Colorado is required.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Colorado Nonprofit Association’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Colorado Nonprofit Association is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity to all individuals based on job related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, marital status, genetic information or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our policy to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds. This includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, etc.
Benefits:
Health, Dental, 403(b), Life, Vacation, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays
How to Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter to htanner@coloradononprofits.org with "Programs & Events Assistant" in the subject line.