Event Planner and Social Media Strategist

*Hours may vary based on task requirements and workflow*

*This position is NOT remote. Candidate must be able to tour local venues and attend onsite meetings.

Organization Overview: Concrete Rose II (CRII) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting BIPOC women who have previously experienced incarceration. Our mission is rooted in the belief that everyone possesses inner beauty that, when nurtured, can transform lives and communities. Much like a Concrete Rose, we strive to break through the metaphorical concrete barriers that limit potential and hinder growth. Our focus is on cultivating opportunities for growth and resilience, allowing individuals to flourish despite their past circumstances. We believe in the power of collaboration, innovation, and dedication to drive social change.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and dynamic individual to join our team as an Events Planner and Administrative Assistant. This role is crucial in supporting our mission by planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of events and providing comprehensive administrative support to our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate all aspects of non-profit events, including location scouting, vendor procurement, and day-of logistics.
• Provide administrative support to the team, including scheduling meetings, managing travel arrangements, and event coordination.
• Draft communications, manage mailings, and maintain appropriate filing systems.
• Assist in securing the best venue for events, considering budget, purpose, and guest profiles.
• Prepare financial reports on events and ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Support program evaluation by summarizing workshop feedback and attendee experiences.
• Contribute to the organization’s visibility by representing CRII at events and promoting membership.
• Manage attendee lists, send invitations, handle RSVPs, and assist with special event registration and execution.
• Develop engaging and visually appealing content for various social media platforms.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Thrive as a member of a multi-cultural, multi-racial, multi-lingual team with diverse abilities, experiences, and educational backgrounds.
• Establish strong relationships with current and prospective clients, stakeholders, and funders by attending events, maintaining regular contact, and connecting relevant Concrete Rose II staff to funders.
• Exercise strong attention to detail, effective time management, organization, and planning.
• Work independently, delegate tasks, assign roles, exercise sound judgment and problem-solving.
• Demonstrate discernment while working with people from all walks of life and sexual orientations.

Skills and Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ work experience, with preference given to those with non-profit experience.
• Excellent customer service skills and outstanding verbal/written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required.
• Ability to develop and track budgets and other financials.
• Ability to learn/navigate and utilize database systems.
• Knowledge of the nonprofit funding landscape in Oregon.
• Strong racial and social justice analysis with knowledge of BIPOC communities and issues in Oregon.
• Knowledge of social media design.
• Some graphic design experience would be helpful.
• Social Media marketing and engagement experience a plus
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects, and priorities effectively and professionally.
• Willingness to travel within the state and perform moderate lifting (up to 25 pounds) on occasion.
• Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Please apply through this posting or you may email your resume, cover letter, and two professional references to concreteroseanew@gmail.com