Community Development Manager jobs in Sarasota, FL

If you have a desire to work with an organization whose vision is to create a global community of changemakers and has a mission to inspire, impact, and enrich our community, then let’s talk. DreamLarge is looking to add a full-time community engagement specialist to its team of leaders. 

We are seeking an organized, creative event manager to work alongside our experienced changemakers to help drive our initiatives and events to the next level. Our team is comprised of entrepreneurial thinkers who are passionate about bringing visions to life, adept at juggling many tasks, and willing to do what it takes to get the job done.

In this role, you’ll be ideating, creating, managing, and marketing DreamLarge community-based initiatives and events You will be working closely with the DreamLarge team and participate in the planning process from start to finish. 

In addition to working alongside the DL team, you are also comfortable working with partners to identify their needs, managing vendor relationships, and identifying proper equipment and promotional material.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all aspects of event planning; all logistics, venue, music, equipment, etc.
• Envision and strategize event layout, show flow, and scheduling
• Oversee and execute projects from start to completion
• Work closely with external and internal clients in bringing events to life
• Help to create, manage, and work within budgets
• Attend planning and client meetings. Take meeting notes and ensure all necessary information is distributed amongst the team

Ideal Attributes:

• Self-starter with a willingness to work independently and efficiently 
• Excellent time management skills
• A strong desire to serve the community
• Unbridled creativity and willingness to share ideas
• Ability to adapt quickly in an ever-changing environment 
• Willingness to take on many roles as the project evolves
• Flexibility in spirit and time - willingness to participate in after-hours and weekend events 
• Going above and beyond normal work requirements when necessary
• Impeccable organization skills with strong attention to detail
• Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented individual.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with senior levels of the organization.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, fluid environment.

Experience:

• Previous experience as a community engagement specialist is desired
• Previous experience as an event planner or project manager is desired 
• Proven ability to manage multiple and varied tasks and projects