AGENCY DESCRIPTION:
AFFEC is a nonprofit organization located in Eugene, Oregon. AFFEC’S mission is to find loving, permanent families for every waiting foster child.
JOB SUMMARY:
AFFEC is looking for somebody to plan a new annual fundraising event. The goal is to raise $10,000 or more and to bring awareness to our organization and mission. Other goals of the event include gaining media attention and drawing people to our website.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the Program Director, the volunteer/intern will:
- Research other new events in the area.
- Work with the Executive Director to decide on the event.
- Recruit, train, and engage volunteers.
- Plan a timeline for event.
- Work with web team to lay out a webpage for event.
- Build email templates, press releases, PSAs and other marketing tools.
- Carry out the event.
- Make plan for next year’s event if the event will continue.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with diverse populations.
- Computer skills/data entry.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Well organized with the ability to carry out tasks independently.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
SCHEDULE:
- Rotating start dates.
- 6-9+ hours per week.
- 3-6 month commitment minimum.
CONTACT:
Volunteer Coordinator info@afamilyforeverychild.org 541-343-2856.
