Events Planning Assistant – Spring 2020

~ Connecticut River Conservancy is the voice for the Connecticut River watershed, from source to sea. We collaborate with partners across four states to protect and advocate for your rivers and educate and engage communities. We bring people together to prevent pollution, improve habitat, and promote enjoyment of your river and its tributary streams. Healthy rivers support healthy economies. ~

Position Overview

Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) seeks a qualified individual to work alongside our team who can commit to the following tasks. The Events Planning Assistant – Spring 2020 position is based out of our HQ office in Greenfield, MA. 

Highlights:

• Work within a dynamic and growing environmental organization.
• Help bring CRC’s river-themed programming to the community and bring the community to our rivers.
• Put your organizing skills and creativity to work.
• Expand your knowledge of river issues and how to tackle them.

Responsibilities

• Post events on our digital channels, to include: Eventbrite, social media and website calendar.
• Create flyers.
• Write press releases.
• Table for CRC at partner events.
• Options to photograph and videotape at events.
• Order supplies and pack up for events.
• Assist with procuring in-kind donations.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Experience with social media, spreadsheets
• Excellent writing skills, attention to detail
• Interest in river ecology, stewardship and advocacy
• Ability to work in office environment—collaborative, hard-working, sense of humor

Hours and Compensation

• 6-8 hours/week, $12.75/hour.
• Spring 2020 position with option to continue in summer and fall.

Application Info

• Contact: Stacey Lennard, Events & Special Projects Coordinator, 413, 772-2020 x211.
• Deadline to apply: Until position filled.