Events & Community Relations Coordinator

Become A Part of the El Programa Hispano Catòlico Team

El Programa Hispano Católico (EPHC) is an organization that supports individuals to live to their fullest potential. For nearly 40 years, our mission-"Advance racial equity and social justice through the power of our Latinx roots, culture, and community"-has responded to local needs by addressing the social determinants of health. This is achieved through the following program areas: Housing, Economic Sustainability, Education, Community Wellness, and DV/SA Prevention and Intervention. Today, EPHC serves more than 20,000 people annually and employs more than 100 staff members, the majority of whom are bilingual, and over 93% are bicultural.

Although EPHC is affiliated with the Catholic Charities Network, a candidate or participant does not need to be a Catholic to work with us or to receive services. Across our programs and services, staff of all faiths-or-none- work within our framework of respect for our mission, the dignity of the human person, and the common good.

To learn more about our amazing Organization visit our website at: https://www.elprograma.org/

Benefits

• Vacation & Sick Time Benefits
• 14 Paid Holidays
• 90% employer-paid health insurance with buy-up options
• 401k with Employer Match
• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Access to our Retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Bonus Wellness Days
• Continuous Growth and Development Opportunities
• Opportunities to serve your community and make a positive impact
  
  

About The Role

The Events & Community Relations Coordinator will join a collaborative and values-driven team passionate about equity, fundraising, and mission engagement. The position will support a rapidly growing organization with a current operating budget of over $10 million dollars. We innovate, take risks, learn, and refine as core practices. Your noteworthy organizational, event planning, presentation skills will help transform EPHC into a space where donors actively engage to help the Latine community thrive.

How You'll Have an Impact: Event Coordination (60%)

• Plan and organize fundraising events, including all aspects of event planning.
• Collaborate with internal staff and/or board members throughout the event planning process to establish event goals and objectives.
• Source vendors and secure bids for events while staying within budget.
• Monitor and oversee events from preparation and set-up through teardown to ensure successful event execution, staff, volunteer, and participant experience.
• Produce after action reviews for improvement of future events.
• Recruit and train volunteers for events as needed.
• Ensure data integrity through accurate data entry and ongoing clean-up efforts.
• Support the development team with other special projects or events, as needed.
  
  

Community Relations (30%)

• Build and maintain relationships with members of the community, including businesses and organizations.
• Serve as spokesperson at outreach and networking events to promote the work and mission of EPHC, including but not limited to City, County, State and private events.
• Manage EPHC's outreach tabling calendar to include festivals, career fairs, and community partner events.
• Support content creation for EPHC's website and monthly newsletter by attending EPHC program events.
  
  

Administration & Professional Development (10%)

• Generate clear, action-oriented meeting agendas and notes for event planning meetings.
• Produce event and outreach reports as requested.
• Participate in professional development activities to increase skill-building in fundraising, writing, and marketing areas.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of event planning experience.
• Good interpersonal skills and customer-oriented.
• Preferred proficiency in Microsoft Office; WordPress, Mailchimp, social media applications, and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrated experience managing data, producing presentations, and generating reports.
• Demonstrate judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential matters.
• Must be able to organize work and simultaneously manage multiple priorities.
• Must be proactive, take initiative, and follow through.
• High attention to detail required.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities.
• Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in team setting, as well as independently; be flexible and adapt well to different dynamics in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to support organizational and program specific mission and goals.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Applicants must be able to work a variety of hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Applicants must have access to reliable transportation for work-related duties.
• Applicants must be able to successfully pass background checks.
  
  

COMPENSATION: $55,000 - $65,000

Physical Requirements

• The employee may be required to sit for extended periods.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and distance vision.
• Hybrid/remote work environment, though frequent in-person meetings will be required.
  
  

Important Details

Location & Typical Working Conditions: The majority of work performed by this position can be accomplished in a hybrid/remote work environment, though frequent in-person meetings will be required. There are times that work requires in person, onsite activities. On-site work is located at EPHC's offices in Gresham, OR. Job duties may require occasional travel, and evening and weekend work depending on project deadlines.

TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and resume to El Programa Hispano's online application at www.elprograma.org/careers

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

El Programa Hispano Catolico is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

EPHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants must be able to successfully pass background checks.

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