Special Events Coordinator - Foundation - Lorain

Overview

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. Mercy Health seeks people committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. The organization is faith-based and patient-focused, aiming to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care.

Special Events Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Special Events Coordinator supports the success of the Foundation Annual Programs and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing Foundation events. The coordinator works with a wide variety of internal and external contacts to plan and execute successful events and assist market foundation teams with solicitation of sponsorship funds to achieve foundation goals of philanthropic support.

• Assists with planning, implementation, and production of all fundraising events including vendor relationships, budgets, and event logistics
• Coordinates work with external and internal audiences including vendors and donors
• Design, develop and execute all event planning/logistics for a successful outcome, including the development of special event collateral/marketing materials and public promotion of events to the appropriate audiences
• Provide administrative support in the research and solicitation of new and existing donors to support Foundation special events
• Represents the organization in a positive manner at all times, including working with staff, volunteers, and vendors
• Other duties as assigned

• This is a hybrid position in Lorain, OH (Monday & Friday are work from home; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday are in office)

• High School Degree or GED
• Bachelor’s degree in Science with one of the following concentrations preferred:
  Communications, Public Relations, Hospitality Management, or Business (preferred, not required)

• 2 years of experience in event planning and volunteer management work experience (required)
• Non-profit environment experience (preferred, not required)

• Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented to manage event timelines and marketing processes

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information on affirmative action policies or to request accommodations, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at