Marketing and Event Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

NOW HIRING: Marketing & Event Coordinator

One Child Center for Autism (OCCA)
Williamsburg, VA

Position Overview

One Child Center for Autism (OCCA) is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated Full-Time Marketing & Event Coordinator to oversee the organization's marketing, social media presence, and special events.

This position plays an important role in promoting OCCA's mission, increasing public awareness, and coordinating meaningful events and activities that support our organization, families, staff, and children.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative, works independently, manages multiple projects, meets deadlines, and brings creative ideas to help grow OCCA's visibility and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Social Media Management

• Manage and maintain OCCA's social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram.
• Create, schedule, and publish engaging social media content.
• Develop graphics, flyers, announcements, and promotional materials using Canva or similar programs.
• Maintain a consistent social media posting schedule.
• Plan and develop marketing campaigns to increase awareness of OCCA and its mission.
• Manage content calendars and ensure all posts and promotional materials are submitted for approval when required.
• Monitor social media engagement and respond to appropriate inquiries.
• Assist with website updates and other marketing materials as needed.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and consistent public image of OCCA.

Event Planning & Coordination

• Independently plan, organize, promote, and coordinate OCCA events.
• Manage event logistics, including scheduling, registration, supplies, volunteers, vendors, and communications.
• Develop promotional materials and registration information for events.
• Communicate with families, staff, vendors, and community partners regarding events.
• Coordinate event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Attend and work OCCA events, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ensure events are organized, adequately staffed, and run smoothly.
• Complete post-event follow-up and evaluate opportunities for improvement.

Administrative & Organizational Responsibilities

• Maintain marketing calendars, event schedules, and project timelines.
• Track event registrations and participation.
• Maintain organized records of marketing and event-related activities.
• Meet established deadlines and communicate progress on projects.
• Submit marketing content and promotional materials for approval as required.
• Manage multiple projects while ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities are completed on time.
• Perform additional duties related to marketing and event coordination as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in marketing, social media management, event planning, communications, or a related field preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience creating social media content, graphics, and promotional materials.
• Proficiency with Canva and major social media platforms.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Creative thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with staff, families, vendors, and community partners.
• Professional, dependable, and adaptable.

Preferred Experience

• Experience planning and managing community events.
• Familiarity with the autism community or special education environment is a plus.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is creative, proactive, dependable, and capable of taking ownership of their responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, developing new ideas, managing projects from beginning to completion, and balancing creative marketing responsibilities with the organizational details required to coordinate successful events.

This person should be able to anticipate upcoming needs, stay ahead of deadlines, and communicate effectively with management and staff.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who believes in the importance of our mission and wants to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.

Employment Details

• Organization: One Child Center for Autism
• Location: Williamsburg, Virginia
• Position: Marketing & Event Coordinator
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: 40 hours per week; occasional evening and weekend availability required for events.
• Compensation: $44,000.00 and Based on experience.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume along with a brief description of their experience in marketing, social media management, or event planning.

One Child Center for Autism is an equal opportunity employer.