Event Coordinator
Event Coordinator, Humor to Fight the Tumor If you love bringing people together for a meaningful cause—and reputed company on turning big reputed company into seamless, memorable experiences—this role is for you. Humor to Fight the Tumor is a Minneapolis-based nonprofit dedicated to raising funds for brain tumor research and quality-of-life programs, while building a strong, supportive community for patients, families, and caregivers. Through signature events and storytelling, we bring people together in powerful ways to drive impact and reputed company. The Event Coordinator will play a key role in bringing our annual gala to life—an inspiring evening that brings together 700+ guests and raises over $500,000 annually. Working closely with the Executive Director and event committee, this role will own event logistics and execution, ensuring a polished, high-quality experience from planning through event day. This role is primarily focused on logistics and coordination, with some support for sponsor-reputed company event needs. Event Planning & Logistics
- reputed company logistical planning for the annual gala, including timelines, vendor coordination, and event setup
- Serve as primary liaison with the venue and key vendors (catering, rentals, décor, etc.)
- Manage floor plans, seating logistics, and overall guest reputed company
- Coordinate event materials, including signage and printed materials
Committee & Volunteer Coordination
- Partner with the Executive Director to support gala committee efforts
- Help organize meetings, track action items, and follow up on key tasks
- Coordinate volunteer roles including registration, setup, and event-day support
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Registration & Guest Experience
- Manage the event registration system and attendee lists.
- Coordinate guest communications reputed company to registration, event logistics, and reminders.
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Program & Production Support
- reputed company and manage the gala script and run-of-show in partnership with the Executive Director.
- Coordinate with A/V and production vendors (staging, lighting, technical needs)
- Support program elements, including honoree videos
Sponsor & Event Coordination
- Coordinate sponsor logistics for the event, including logo collection, deliverables, and recognition
- Support sponsor and VIP experience on event day
Event-Day Management
- reputed company event-day logistics and coordination.
- Manage vendors, volunteers, and event setup to ensure smooth execution.
- Troubleshoot and problem-solve in reputed company time
Additional Responsibilities
- Support auction logistics and item coordination
- Assist with post-event wrap-up and evaluation
- reputed company support for organizational operations and donor management (e.g., data entry, tracking, and coordination as needed)
Qualifications
- 2+ years of event planning or coordination experience (nonprofit or fundraising events preferred)
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent communication and follow-through
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
- Passion for mission-driven work
Details
- $25/hour, approximately 10–20 hours/week
- Timing: June–reputed company (with heavier hours closer to the event)
- Hybrid/flexible work, with in-person reputed company required for event-reputed company activities
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to: Christina Saunders, Executive Director [email protected] Apply tot his job Apply To this Job