Dinner & Auction Coordinator
- Plan decorations, and oversee the decorating of the venue
- Assist with communication between participants, volunteers and kitchen
- With input from committee members, secure items for auction
- Oversee auction of items and ensure proper distribution
Skills Required:
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational and customer service skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Self-motivated/directed and able to fulfill duties on time
- Must be comfortable making decisions and problem solving with limited supervision
- Some Knowledge of MS and the ability to positively represent the MS Society.
MS Society will support your success through:
- Providing comprehensive chair training and monthly support calls.
- Offering a training session for various committee positions.
- The staff liaison will provide you with support and guidance.
- Sharing comprehensive tools and resources.
- The MS Society will provide support to the event in a variety of ways including participant services, marketing, PR, fundraising incentives.
Time Commitment:
- Long term January 2018 – September 2018. Hours will vary based on engagement level of committee members and other factors. Hours will increase as the event approaches. We estimate this role will take less than 10 hours per month.
- Attend a mandatory training/orientation in January as well as monthly support calls leading up to the event.
- Lead monthly committee meetings; timing of meetings to be determined by the chair.
- Direct the weekend of event duties.
Volunteer Benefits:
- Organize a meaningful community fundraising event, where funds enhance the lives of people affected by MS in your community