Job Type: Exempt

Compensation Description:  $42 – $45,000

 Reports to: Market Events Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Events Coordinator for CentroVilla25 plays a crucial role in the execution of events at CentroVilla25.  This position will and assist in the development of strategies to enhance the overall market experience. The ideal candidate is passionate about planning, hosting and successfully executing all aspects of the events while ensuring a high level of customer service.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

• None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the liaison between ownership, vendors, property management and tenant hosts.
• Cultivate strong relationships with local businesses, stakeholders, and community organizations to enhance business opportunities.
• Responsible for event inquiries, site walk-throughs, event contracts development and execution.
• Work with Property Management to ensure proper coordination on special events; including set up and tear down.
• Manage and offer direction to staff and on-site volunteers.
• Enforce all CentroVilla25 polices and procedures, notify Property Management and NEOHCED leadership of complaints/issues
• Provide regular reports to Market Experience Manager and Director of Operations
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
• Assist with marketings and promotions of events at CentroVilla25

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, the ideal candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Management, or a related field; or

Proven experience (3+ years) in event planning, sales, or preferably in a retail or service-oriented industry.

• Demonstrated track record in business management.
• Demonstrated track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

The specific personal traits required to accomplish the essential duties of this job successfully include:

• Demonstrated track record in achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid understanding of market research and analysis, with the ability to interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in using CRM software, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and other relevant business management tools.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions, demands, and customer needs while maintaining a resilient and positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and precision, and customer satisfaction
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy.
• Interest in local food, small business, and economic justice
• Competency working with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and with limited English language skills
• Willingness to prioritize community, lead collaboratively, and find creative solutions
• Must be bilingual, English and Spanish.

PHYSICAL AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Some local travel required.
• Flexible work schedule to included evenings and weekends.
• Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; as well as extended times standing and walking throughout the building.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. including large tents, sandwich board signs, boxes, tent weights, tables, chairs, etc.
• Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization’s physical premises.

Please note: Tis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Resumes and cover letters should be sent to Solymar Marengo – Director of Operations at [email protected]

NORTHEAST OHIO HISPANIC CENTER FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: NORTHEAST OHIO HISPANIC CENTER FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at NORTHEAST OHIO HISPANIC CENTER FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. NORTHEAST OHIO HISPANIC CENTER FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. NORTHEAST OHIO HISPANIC CENTER FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT encourages applicants of all ages.