Community Events Coordinator

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Python Software Foundation Full time
Job Description

The Python Software Foundation is seeking a highly skilled Community Events Coordinator to support our annual flagship event, PyCon US. This is a full-time, salaried position that requires a strong background in event planning and management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support onsite logistics for PyCon US, including vendor relationship management and communication.
  • Assist in planning and organizing all event food and beverage functions, managing order placement and BEO review.
  • Draft and schedule social media posts to promote the event.
  • Update the PyCon US website with relevant information.
  • Draft blog posts and newsletters via Blogger and Mailchimp.
  • Support attendee-facing digital and onsite systems, including registration, website, event app, etc.
  • Manage the PyCon US ticket management system and respond to attendee questions and support requests.
  • Provide excellent customer service to attendees, speakers, and volunteers.
  • Assist with event sponsorship efforts and execution, including correspondence, benefit tracking, and fulfillment.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Associate's degree.
  • 2-4 years of experience in event planning and management.
  • Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a remote team.
  • Strong computer proficiency skills and ability to learn new programs.

Preferred Experience:

  • Database management and administrative work experience.
  • Experience managing budgets and tracking expenses.
  • Experience with vendor contract negotiation and hotel block management.
  • Experience working with volunteers at a mission-driven organization.

The Python Software Foundation is a US 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that holds the intellectual property rights behind the Python programming language. We also run the PyCon US conference annually, support other Python conferences/workshops around the world, and fund Python-related development with our grants program. We believe that the future of open source must include everyone and welcome all job-seekers regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical appearance, body size, socio-economic, veteran or disability status. Python is a global community and the PSF aims to support a safe environment for all. More information can be found on our Code of Conduct page.



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