About CONNECT

Connect w/ San Diego Venture Group (SDVG) is a premier innovation accelerator in San Diego that scales great companies in the technology and life science sectors. We are working to foster an environment in which entrepreneurs and C-suite executives have access to the people, capital, and technology resources they need for success. Our vision is to enable and empower scientists and entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into products and services that change lives.

Connect and SDVG were both founded in the mid-1980’s to serve entrepreneurs with the resources they need for the commercialization of innovative products and services. In 2019, the two organizations merged to create and activate a powerful network of leading mentors, entrepreneurs, and investors who have an innate drive to make the world a better place. The people of Connect w/ SDVG are passionately committed to making a difference in the San Diego community and the world.

Connect w/ SDVG is seeking a full-time Events and Office Coordinator whose primary responsibility will be to manage and execute all events, programs, meetings, and day-to-day operations at CONNECT. The ideal candidate will be a hard-working, creative-thinking professional able to work diligently and efficiently on a variety of tasks. The Events and Office Coordinator will work closely with individuals across all teams to execute the best experience for the community.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and execute events including small scale, large scale, and VIP events ranging from 25 to 800 guests
• Plan and execute all board and committee meetings
• Support various departments with preparation and execution of projects, meetings, and events
• Create and manage event registrations for events through our event management software
• Work with external vendors and service providers to execute events
• Manage a team of volunteers for large scale events
• Improve systems and efficiencies within company for all meetings, programs, and events
• Ensure data is accurately entered and managed in our CRM
• Greet, assist, and direct office guests as needed
• Pick up and distribute mail every day
• Input payables and receivables into accounting software
• Answer office main phone and direct calls to appropriate staff members as needed
• Organize and maintain office
• Perform other office duties as required

This job description is subject to change at any time

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail
• Positive, problem-solving attitude
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including professionalism and integrity
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage shifting priorities and meet deadlines
• Proactive achiever, able to take initiative to move a project forward
• Team-oriented, focused on achieving department and overall organizational goals
• Capacity to manage multiple projects efficiently, change course as needed, and meet deadlines

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• One-year experience planning large scale events
• Experience in a relationship building and administrative position
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Experience with CRMs and Salesforce a plus

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Total compensation includes base salary of $17-20 per hour with competitive benefits package.