Volunteer Event Coordinator

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Title: Volunteer Event Coordinator   

Reports to: Events & Partnerships Manager  

Effective Date: ASAP

Project:

The Yosemite Climbing Association (“YCA”) is sponsoring a one-time, volunteer-driven, stewardship event in conjunction with a Local Community Organization’s (“LCO”). Because the YCA will not be present at the Event, the YCA is seeking to engage a dedicated, detail-oriented, task driven individual to act as the Volunteer Event Coordinator on behalf of the YCA at the Event, as well as, assist in obtaining in-kind donations for the Event and complete administrative tasks related to the Event.

Description of Services:

  • Pre-event planning with the YCA and LCO, to be included on at least 2 calls prior to the event 

  • Possibly securing local in-kind donations: gear/raffle product, food, and services

  • Working the day of the Event to: set up, host, break down; welcome volunteers with LCO; explain and direct projects with LCO; manage trash/recycling disposal with LCO; host raffle with LCO; host public speaking event with LCO. 

  • Post-event summary, notes

  • Assisting the YCA Events & Partnerships Manager with logistical and administrative support

  • Performs other related duties related to the Event as directed 

  • Will require some manual labor and ability to stand/sit for long period of time and to lift 15 pounds

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks

  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

  • Strong problem-solving skills

  • Ability to pivot and flex as needed

  • Function well in a high-paced, fast moving, dynamic environment

Volunteer Agreement:

No remuneration is being offered for the Volunteer Event Coordinator position. Individuals participating in this capacity understand that they are volunteering their time to the Yosemite Climbing Association, a non-profit (501 (c)(3)) organization, to help make the event (s) successful. 

Thank you for supporting the Yosemite Climbing Association! We’re so excited you are interested in joining our Facelift team! If you have other questions, please contact karintarpinian@yosemiteclimbing.org.