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About Us: Christ the King Catholic Community (CtK) was established in 2020 as a welcoming and inclusive catholic community for Kansas City. We operate independent of the local Diocese and are an LGBTQ+ welcoming and affirming parish committed to including all people.
We recently completed a $300,000.00 renovation and expansion of our historic 1888 church building in the Westside Neighborhood. We are looking to add a self-starter who will help share our beautiful church home with the community by helping us build our weddings and events.
Salary: (Exempt/1099) Base salary of $500.00 per month + 20% of all event revenue generated by the team member.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Event Coordinator to join our team. The Event Coordinator will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a variety of events.
Duties:
- Plan and coordinate various events such as weddings, meetings, fundraisers, and social gatherings
- Schedule and facilitate tours of the building/grounds
- Create a process for managing and tracking all communications
- Coordinate catering, decorations, audiovisual equipment, and other event needs
- Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown to ensure smooth operations
- Communicate with clients to understand their event requirements and provide exceptional customer service
- Manage event timelines and schedules to ensure all aspects run according to plan
-Assist our clergy with scheduling and coordinating weddings and other related events
Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Event Coordinator or similar role
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Knowledge of hospitality industry practices including catering, banquets, and hotel services
- Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency in budgeting and negotiating contracts with vendors
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in fundraising events is a plus
If you are passionate about creating memorable experiences and have a keen eye for detail, we would love to have you join our team as an Event Coordinator.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $500.00 - $4,000.00 per month
Experience:
- Events management: 1 year (Required)
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Kansas City, MO 64108 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kansas City, MO 64108: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kansas City, MO 64108