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07/15/2024

Community Development & Event Manager

Gahanna Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Gahanna)

General Description

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Community Development & Event Manager will coordinate events and develop community partnerships, sponsorships, and contributions to help maintain fiscal responsibility of operations and events.

Duties

Manage/assist in the planning, execution and fundraising for all Visit Gahanna events including but not limited to Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival, Holiday Lights Celebration, Santa Race, and Volunteer Picnic.

1. Solicit vendors and sponsors for events.
2. Manage vendor and sponsor relationships.
3. Develop relationships with community partners for the purpose of event participation.
4. Identify and monitor the delivery of partner/sponsor benefits.
5. Works hard to to meet sponsorship goals set by the Executive Director for each of Visit Gahanna’s events
6. Bring innovation and creativity to grow existing events.
7. Assist Marketing and Communications Manager with marketing of events and coordination, development, and distribution of promotional materials.
8. Recruit and supervise event volunteers.
9. Coordinate with City of Gahanna when needed.
10. Assist the Executive Director by preparing, submitting, and obtaining approval of operational applications.

Public Relations and Communication

1. Assist in the development and implementation of the strategic plan for the CVB regarding events.
2. Be involved in local and community activities and represent the CVB at meetings as required.

General Administration

1. Work closely with staff to development monthly reports on current activities.
2. Follow the administrative policies and procedures of the CVB.
3. Aid in office operations.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Required

1. Ability to multi-task and to work under pressure.
2. Must be reliable and well organized.
3. Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
4. .Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the CVB staff, business community, government officials, community organizations, and the general public.
5. Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Other Job Characteristics

1. F.Salaried position requiring additional hours as needed, including some nights and weekends.
2. Must be available for the Holiday Lights Celebration, November 24, 2024 and the Creekside
3. Blues and Jazz Festival, June 13-15, 2024.
4. G.State of Ohio Driver’s License and ability to drive is a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• •Undergraduate degree preferred. Experience working for business organizations, chambers of commerce, convention and visitors bureaus, city government, and/or other community oriented non-profits is an added benefit.

This occupational description is a summary of typical job functions, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and other requirements.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Lori Kappes at lkappes@visitgahanna.com 

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