Event Coordinator Job at Addison Group, Washington DC

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  • Addison Group
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Job Title: Event Coordinator

Industry: Nonprofit Association

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Assignment Type: Contract | 4–6 Months

Pay: $21 – $24/hour (depending on experience)

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company:

A mission-driven organization in Washington, DC is looking for an enthusiastic and capable Event Coordinator to join their team on a contract basis. This is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful, high-visibility events while working within a collaborative and purpose-focused environment.

Job Description:

We are looking for an Event Coordinator to help plan, manage, and execute a variety of events and meetings. This role involves everything from understanding event-specific needs and developing supporting materials to communicating with speakers and VIP attendees. The ideal candidate is proactive, well-organized, and comfortable managing multiple moving parts at once.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the planning and execution of events and meetings in a way that reflects the organization's mission and goals
  • Assess and implement the unique requirements of each event or meeting from start to finish
  • Develop content for event materials and work closely with design teams to bring those materials to life
  • Draft and send confirmation letters and other correspondence to speakers and VIP guests attending regional meetings

Qualifications:

  • 2–4 years of experience in event coordination, administrative support, or project assistance
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Salesforce and Cvent is a plus
  • Self-motivated with strong organizational abilities, a confident communication style, and a can-do attitude
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered

Additional Details:

This is a hybrid contract role based in Washington, DC, with an expected duration of 4–6 months. Standard business hours apply, Monday through Friday.

Perks:

  • Competitive hourly compensation with room for growth
  • Hybrid work flexibility
  • Hands-on involvement in high-profile events and meetings with a meaningful impact

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Work at office, Local area, Monday to Friday

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