Program and Events Coordinator Spring 2024 Internship
Western Pennsylvania Bleeding Disorders Foundation

Summary
Responsible for assisting in planning and managing WPBDF’s programs and
fundraising initiatives; including the development, planning and execution of
special events. WPBDF offers a competitive salary and a fun, relaxed work
environment.
Time Commitment: 15-20 hours per week, flexible schedule
Pay: $13/hour

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist with the implementation, development, and monitoring of all
    programs.
  • Assist with management of program and special events budget.
  • Coordinate special event and program marketing, mailings, event
    production elements, and volunteer recruitment and management for day
    of the event.
  • Solicit event underwriting for fundraising and programs as necessary, in-
    kind donations of goods and services, sponsors for Foundation programs
    from corporations and individuals.
  • Maintain database for direct mail/email/event solicitations.
  • Assist with fulfillment of patient assistance requests, including ordering
    medical ID jewelry and mailing information packets.
  • Assist in the maintenance of Foundation’s website as well as social media
    (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
  • Develop and maintain marketing materials for the Foundation (brochures,
    etc.)
  • Communicate effectively with consumers, providers, vendors, volunteers,
    donors, and the Board as assigned.
  • Carry out special projects as assigned.

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to
    effectively communicate as spokesperson within diverse populations.
  • Requires exceptional marketing and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated, able to work effectively both in teams and independently.
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel), database management and internet
    research.
  • Strong sense of responsibility and follow-through.

Additional Requirements

  • Occasional travel required and occasional work at evening or weekend events.

Submit cover letter and resume no later than December 11, 2023, to Kara Dornish, Executive Director, at kara@wpbdf.org.

Job Type: Internship
Hourly Rate: $13.00 per hour
Work Location: 775 Fourth Street, First Floor, Beaver, PA 15009