The Saginaw Chamber is seeking candidates to fill our Program Coordinator position. This individual will be responsible for coordinating the following programs of the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce: the Saginaw Valley Young Professionals Network, Sales Leads Roundtable Groups, Small Business education series, the Leadership Saginaw Alumni Association and provide support for the Leadership Saginaw County Program.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strong computer skills and database management
Competency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel required
Experience in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign desired
Must provide an outstanding, positive example of customer service, leadership, and professionalism to chamber members, staff, and volunteers
Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision
Displays sound judgment
Highly organized and able to manage multiple organizational meetings and volunteers
Ability to strategically support the overall programs, ranging from financial planning to promotion strategies
Non-essential/peripheral function – Involvement in civic or philanthropic organizations
Job Description
YPN & Sales Lead Roundtable
Facilitate all aspects of meeting planning for the Saginaw Valley Young Professional Network, and Sales Leads Roundtable Groups, from site selection, vendor negotiation, event registration, marketing, onsite staffing and post-event reporting
Research and develop new opportunities for continuous improvement with regard to developing the YPN and Sales Leads programing
Generate and track correspondence
Work with staff to create and manage budgets for events and event registration
Maintain the YPN membership database and daily administrative functions
Assist in coordinating the marketing and communications strategies, event materials and signage with Marketing and Communications team for the Chamber
Leadership Saginaw
Assist with administration and logistics of the Leadership Saginaw Program including:
Help facilitate recruitment of new class
Help facilitate planning committees for each of the 10 program days
Work extensively with volunteers and alumni
Work extensively with community leaders/presenters/issues experts
Support the management of the Alumni Association (Leadership Saginaw)
Big Strategies for Small Business
Assist the Chamber President and Communications team with planning, promoting, and executing the education series.
Requirements
Preferred: Minimum three year experience in program and events or related field
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, time management and project management skills
Self-motivated with results and goal orientation
Ability to thrive and think creatively
Ability to work well with volunteers and staff at all levels
Attention to detail and deadlines
Ability to provide excellent customer service, operate as a team player, and provide positive outcomes in conflict resolution
Assist other departments with programs, projects, events, etc. or with other related duties as availability permits
Professional attitude and approach to work in a service atmosphere
Able to travel independently to and from events
Attend early morning, weekend meetings and evening events
Other responsibilities as assigned by the President
Interested parties may submit a resume to [email protected]. Deadline: April 30, 2016
