The Event and Operations Coordinator is a dynamic, full-time role that requires a high-energy individual to coordinate key events, drive fundraising initiatives, and support operational efforts for Friends of Franklin Parks. Reporting directly to the Executive Director and collaborating closely with the Community Events Manager, this position will serve as a point of contact for designated events while helping to organize volunteer efforts, coordinate equestrian event rentals, and foster relationships within the community. This position will also assist in fundraising, creating special events for donors, and leading other projects to help ensure the organization meets its annual goals. Operationally, responsibilities will include assisting with financials and maintaining the donor database.  This position is a full-time position (40 hours a week with office hours balanced with occasional evenings and weekends, depending on the needs of the role and schedule of events). 

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate annual fundraising activities, programming, and special events, including direct mail campaigns, social media, and online giving

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board to build event budgets, ensure revenue goals, and track expenses

• Develop and implement donor recognition strategies, including letters of acknowledgment and donor appeals

• Coordinate with local municipalities and other non-profits to promote cross-sector collaboration

• Maintain the FOFP website and social media platforms, ensuring regular updates and consistent messaging (experience with Constant Contact and Canva is a plus)

• Assist in creating marketing materials to support event promotion and donor engagement

• Represent FOFP at community networking events to expand outreach and professional relationships

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Executive Director and Board in executing programs and initiatives

• Cultivate relationships with vendors, Franklin Parks, volunteers, and other community partners, managing contracts and agreements

• Prepare post-event reports that include feedback, goal assessment, and suggestions for future event improvement

Experience and Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of Associate’s Degree; Bachelor’s degree or higher level of education a plus

• 2 years’ related experience (including but not limited to nonprofit, marketing, fundraising) 

• Familiarity and passion for parks and trails systems, a plus

• Ability to work flexible and sometimes extended hours including designated event weekends

• Marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience a plus, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to connect with varied audiences

• Self-motivated, mission-driven, and highly organized with a keen eye for detail

• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and adapt to changing needs

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs, Zoom, Canva, and social media platforms

• Positive self-starter, friendly, mission-driven, with high integrity

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, resourceful; able to manage multiple projects

• Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to planning

• Ability to work effectively independently or in collaboration with multiple groups; strong team player able to calmly manage tight deadlines and unforeseen situations

• Can lift 25 pounds

Contact Information and Procedure: 

Please send resume, cover letter and references to FOFP at info@friendsoffranklinparks.org if you are interested in this job posting. No phone calls please.

FOFP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Salary:   $53,000+ per year based on experience

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