Project Coordinator, Marketing, Communications and Events

About GreenBlue

GreenBlue is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate the transition to a regenerative, just, and sustainable materials economy. Our key projects include the Sustainable Packaging Coalition and the How2Recycle on-pack labeling system.

The Opportunity

GreenBlue's Marketing and Communications team is seeking a Project Coordinator, Marketing Communications and Events to join its team. This is a temporary position lasting approximately 90 days. When this position ends, a full-time, regular position, with benefits, may be offered at the full discretion of the organization. This role will work closely with the rest of the Marketing and Communications team, the GreenBlue team at large and a variety of external stakeholders supporting the production of GreenBlue Marketing Communications initiatives and events. This is a temporary, remote position based in the Continental US.

Responsibilities

• Be the lead on Cvent event registration and related systems development, implementation and troubleshooting for all GreenBlue events
• Be the lead in Event Tech Stack including RSVP systems, Event App, event website updates and webinars
• Support Associate Director Marketing Communications in the implementation of the Social Media strategy for the organization
• Support Associate Director Marketing Communication on external marketing partnerships fulfillment
• Be the liaison with the event AV company including preparing ROS, stingers and coordinating timelines
• Support event logistics, procurement and fulfillment as needed
• Prepare Social Media Graphics and related copy for speakers and sponsors to showcase their event participation
• Take an active onsite role as part of the Marketing Communications and Events team at GreenBlue events
• Support the Marketing Communications team as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Are creative, have an outstanding work ethic, a can-do attitude and are a problem solver
• Have experience talking about and writing about climate and sustainability topics
• Are incredibly organized, assertive and self-motivated and self-reliant
• Are a strong writer and communicator
• Enjoy people and are good at building relationships with stakeholders (virtually and in person)
• Enjoy designing event experiences and networking events
• Thrive implementing new event tech solutions
• Get excited about developing and implementing new digital marketing strategies
• Possess exceptional attention to detail
• Enjoy working in collaboration with a team in a fast-paced environment
• Are flexible and adaptive
• Enjoy both planning and event execution
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or event management and minimum 5 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination, including at least 4 years' experience in a similar role.
• Experience working at or with a nonprofit organization
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and event logistics
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Proficiency with Cvent Registration Systems, Event Apps and other Event Tech
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Canva and event tech stack including presentations (slide decks) management
• Experience using Clickup is a plus.
• Experience with website management, especially with Wordpress
• Experience cultivating, negotiating, and managing relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.
• Experience writing event marketing copy (long and short form)
• Experience fostering an environment of creativity and professional growth.
• Experience working in a matrixed environment and collaborating and implementing multiple projects.

Assessment & Application

This role will be assessed at 30 and 60 days.

To apply for this position please send over: Cover Letter, Resume, Writing and Social Media Samples; and Events Portfolio to MK Moore, Associate Director Marketing Communications at mk.moore@greenblue.org. Applicants invited to the second round of interviews will be asked to complete a project.