Description:
A key member of the For Soccer events team, The Event & Operations Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating events for the company. This includes tasks such as researching venues, booking vendors, managing budgets, and ensuring that events run smoothly. The Events & Operations Coordinator must be able to work independently and as part of a team, and have excellent communication and organizational skills.
Expectations:
This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week. For Soccer is a remote workforce and schedules will be determined in collaboration with the employee and their manager.
Responsibilities
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Assist the team in planning and executing all events for the organization, grassroots initiatives, large scale soccer operations (ie: tournaments), brand activations, etc
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Coordinate the research, review and selection of venues
Manage onsite vendor relations (equipment rentals, restrooms, security, etc) and be their main contact throughout planning and execution
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Assist in the purchasing and production oversight of event related materials
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Maintain an up-to-date list of inventories of event related assets across O&O Properties.
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Take a lead role in the oversight of event set-up, execution, and tear-down in coordination with local labor.
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Establish and maintain good working relationships with all event staff including volunteer recruitment, brand ambassadors, load-in/load-out team, security, onsite vendors and city officials
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Work with other departments to ensure that events align with the organization's goals
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Other duties as assigned
Additional information
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Must be adaptable with work and travel schedule and be available to travel for work during holidays. This position may require up to 30-40% travel within the US.
Skills you need:
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3+ years of proven experience as an event planner or coordinator
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Fluent in English and Spanish.
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Experience in the sports industry preferred
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Strong organizational and multitasking skills
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Excellent communication and negotiation skills
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Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
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Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work effectively under pressure