CONTRACT Special Events Coordinator
COLLABORATIVE FOR CHILDRENHouston, Texas, United States
Posted May 8, 2026
40000 - 40000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Collaborative for Children is a non-profit organization focused on early childhood education, creating an ecosystem of high-quality child care in communities that need it most.
Job Description
Collaborative for Children is seeking a Special Events Coordinator to assist with planning and execution of special events, including the Annual Luncheon, during a 4-month contract timeframe. The ideal candidate will have prior experience planning small and large events, preferably for fundraising, cultivation, or community celebrations for non-profit, faith-based, or community organizations.
Requirements
- Event planning experience, preferably for fundraising, cultivation, or community celebrations for non-profit, faith-based, or community organizations
- High level of organization, time-management, communication skills, and professionalism
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines with attention to detail
- Personal polish, along with engaging interpersonal skills and comfort working with executives, stakeholders, and community partners
- Experience with vendor coordination, budgeting, and event logistics
- Knowledge of CRM (Raiser's Edge or similar platform)
- Computer skills with intermediate proficiency related to Microsoft Office software (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with email/communications/scheduling software (i.e. Outlook)
- Experience with digital platforms (i.e. TEAMS, ZOOM, etc.)
- Demonstrated use of generative AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT)
- Reliable, personal transportation and a valid Texas Driver's License
- Current vehicle insurance coverage
Benefits
- Paid bi-weekly
- Flexible scheduling
- Estimated weekly hours: 20 – 30
- Compensation: Pay rate: $20/hour
