Event Lead (Flexible Scheduling: Central Florida)

Position Summary As an Event Lead, you will oversee the execution and volunteer management of our Hunger Projects with various corporations, schools, congregations, and organizations across the United States. You will serve as the point of contact on the day of the event, ensuring a successful, engaging, and impactful experience for our partners and volunteers. Day‑to‑day you will travel to and lead volunteer events varying in size and scope. Your responsibilities include event set‑up, load‑in and load‑out, event logistics, management of on‑site staff, and adherence to schedules. Main Responsibilities Emcee events, speaking in front of crowds (large and small) Guide volunteers, partners, and staff on best practices (verbally & through action) Connect with clients and ensure excellent customer service Face‑to‑face connection during, before, and after projects Some communication via email and/or phone Ensure positive interactions between partners and USH Manage the Event Team, including staff and key volunteers, during projects and related travel Lead the team to success through guidance and hands‑on leadership Delegate responsibilities prior to, during, and after events Load and unload trucks and shipments at events Act as an on‑site liaison with delivery partners Lead USH team during load‑in/load‑out Coordinate with project hosts to ensure efficient setup Act as an on‑site liaison with delivery partners Face‑to‑face communication, phone, and email Ensure meals are picked up by partners or shipped back to USH warehouses Keep track of all delivery/shipment paperwork Coordinate and facilitate event setup and breakdown Lay electricity to power equipment Ensure that all equipment, marketing materials, visuals, sound systems, etc., are set up properly Guide staff through setup and breakdown Ensure the setup and breakdown of Hunger Project lines and materials Ensure food safety guidelines are adhered to by all staff and volunteers Coordinate the pickup of our food by our Meal Distribution partners upon project completion Communicate with MD partner contacts Update information in our system to share pickup details Communicate information about U.S. Hunger with all interested parties, including potential new partners and donors Share leads with the appropriate staff members Report on effectiveness of each Hunger Project Fully complete Post‑Event Action Reports for all attended projects Electronically submit Event Feedback on time Participate in team meetings and communications under the direction of the Event Lead Manager This position may be up to 75% travel time. Training & Compensation One virtual training day — May 6th, from 9 AM–5 PM EST An in‑person training in Central FL — May 15th‑17th Training on May 15th from 9 AM–5 PM EST Hunger Project on the 16th (time is TBD) Four virtual training days — May 18th‑21st, from 9 AM–5 PM EST each Awarded $20 /hour. All travel expenses are covered. Requirements 1‑3 years of experience in event management, operations, or a client‑engaging role Extremely attentive to detail, accurate, and thorough in all communication Ability to communicate both orally and in writing Comfortable and confident speaking in front of a crowd Enthusiastic, strong interpersonal skills, and positive attitude Demonstrated ability to successfully manage large groups of people Must have a valid driver’s license in order to transport product in a sprinter van Must be available to travel (up to 75% of time) Essential Physical Skills Work is primarily in an environment that is loud and crowded Standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, grabbing, holding, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repetitively and remain on your feet for hours at a time Ability to operate a computer and other technology‑based tools #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Hunger