Join Our Team as a Volunteer & Events Coordinator at LCFS!
Are you passionate about community engagement and event planning? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your organizational and communication skills can shine? Lutheran Child and Family Services (LCFS) is seeking an enthusiastic Volunteer & Events Coordinator to join our team and make a meaningful impact!
Key Responsibilities:
Volunteer Management:
Develop and implement a comprehensive volunteer recruitment and retention plan.
Train and retain volunteers to support all LCFS programs.
Event Planning:
Establish an annual fundraising and community engagement calendar.
Plan and execute volunteer events, including scheduling, coordinating with program leaders, and providing onsite support.
Plan and execute all LCFS fundraising events, including developing event concept, budgeting, venue and vendor selection, marketing, and managing RSVPs.
Community Engagement:
Engage LCFS donors, supporters, civic organizations, and local churches through various events.
Promote events in collaboration with LCFS PR & Communications to ensure effective outreach and highlight the success of events.
Database Management:
Maintain the LCFS volunteer database (Galaxy), updating volunteer roles and opportunities regularly.
Administrative Support:
Assist with donor database maintenance, updates, acknowledgments, and other administrative tasks as needed.
Skills & Experience:
Excellent organizational and communication skills; self-starter
Enthusiastic about developing and maintaining relationships with volunteers and external agencies
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with Galaxy is a plus
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Previous experience in event and volunteer coordination preferred
Qualifications:
Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma or GED required
Valid Indiana Driver’s License
Ideal Characteristics:
Ability to build respectful partnerships with staff, clients, volunteers, and vendors
Team player with the ability to work independently
Able to maintain appropriate boundaries and respond to cultural differences
Interest in philanthropy and maintaining donor confidentiality
Working Environment:
Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, not exceeding 40 hours per week
In-office role, Monday to Friday
Why Join Us?
At LCFS, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the community while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about community engagement, event planning, and volunteer coordination, we would love to hear from you!