Overview
Temporary Event Coordinator Jobs in New York, NY at Building Skills NY
Title: Temporary Event Coordinator
Company: Building Skills NY
Location: New York, NY
Temporary Event Coordinator
New York, NY (Hybrid) | Part-Time | May – October 2025
Building Skills NY (BSNY) is a nonprofit that helps underemployed New Yorkers build meaningful careers. We partner with developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and community-based organizations to offer no-cost skills training and place qualified candidates into good-paying jobs in construction and the skilled trades. Our mission is to prepare more local job seekers for construction careers while helping employers find a capable workforce.
We are seeking an organized and enthusiastic Event Coordinator to support the planning of our fall fundraiser on a 5-month, part-time contract. This role reports to BSNY’s Director of Communications & Grant Writing.
What You’ll Do:
Administrative Support
Track RSVPs via various channels (e.g., email, phone, online ticket sales) and maintain an up-to-date attendee list
Correspond with confirmed sponsors and award recipients to confirm attendance and +1s
Complete additional administrative tasks as needed, especially in the final days leading up to the fundraiser
Provide in-person support on the day of the fundraiser, including help with setup and breakdown
Communications Support & Special Projects
Draft and send invitations and network reminders via email marketing platform
Draft acknowledgment letters to sponsors, individual donors, and raffle contributors
Update event registration page with logos as new sponsors and award winners are confirmed
Research potential raffle prizes and take-home items and conduct outreach (in-person and/or via phone/email as appropriate)
Support the development of social media materials and pitches to local media
What You Have:
Excellent communication, organization, and writing skills
Competency in Excel & Google Sheets
An ability to pick up new digital platforms quickly and an understanding of when to ask for help
Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Constant Contact, Mailchimp) and graphic design platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe InDesign) is a plus
Compensation & Schedule:
This is a part-time, contract role slated for May – October 2025. The Coordinator will work 20 hrs/week May – August, with weekly hours decreasing in September and October. The pay range for this contract is $7,500 – $8,000 for the full term, to be issued in biweekly installments.
