In-Person / In-Office (Little or No Remote Offered)
How to Apply:
Please email Lisa Andrews (landrews@sfla.wish.org) with a resume and cover letter.
Description / Details:
Special Events Coordinator
Tampa Bay, FL | Full-Time | Make-A-Wish
Make-A-Wish Southern Florida is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Special Events Coordinator to lead and support key fundraising initiatives that bring hope and joy to children with critical illnesses. In this role, you’ll manage signature events like Wedges for Wishes, and Dishes and Wishes, overseeing everything from logistics and sponsorships to donor stewardship and post-event analysis.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and have a knack for event planning, relationship building, and creative problem-solving — we’d love to meet you!
What You’ll Do
Lead event committees and collaborate with chairs
Manage logistics, budgets, contracts, and communications
Coordinate auctions, sponsorships, and in-kind donations
Promote and support external fundraising events
Steward donors and analyze event performance
Use tools like Salesforce, TeamRaiser, and OneCause/BidPal
What You Bring
Experience in event planning or nonprofit fundraising
Strong organizational and communication skills
Tech-savvy with knowledge of relevant platforms
Passion for making a meaningful impact
How to Apply:
Please email Lisa Andrews (landrews@sfla.wish.org) with a resume and cover letter.
