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About April Parker Foundation At APF, events are more than logistics—they’re moments of impact, visibility, and transformation. Join a passionate, forward-thinking team committed to disrupting barriers and building systems of care that center community. If you’re ready to plan with purpose and lead with heart, we want you on our team. Position: Event Planner We’re seeking a creative, detail-driven, and highly organized Event Planner to bring the APF mission to life through impactful community experiences. Responsibilities include planning health equity forums, outreach activations, fundraising galas, and cultural workshops that foster connection, elevate visibility, and create meaningful impact. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on logistics and is passionate about purpose-driven work. Key Responsibilities Plan and execute all aspects of APF events, including vendor coordination, venue logistics, staffing, and on-the-day management. Develop detailed timelines, task lists, and budgets; manage deliverables to ensure timely and within-scope event delivery. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment with APF’s mission and messaging. Support branding efforts by working with the Marketing team to develop event collateral, signage, and promotional materials that reflect APF’s identity. Manage guest registration, RSVP systems, volunteer assignments, and onsite logistics for a seamless attendee experience. Coordinate post-event activities including wrap-up, debriefs, impact reports, and lessons learned. Work across departments to identify program-specific event needs and incorporate community voices into planning and execution. Represent APF at events, embodying our values of inclusion, excellence, and cultural responsiveness. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years’ experience in event planning, nonprofit coordination, or community engagement. Strong project management, communication, and multitasking skills. Ability to work under pressure and adapt to shifting priorities. Creative eye with attention to detail and strong follow-through. Experience working with diverse communities and a commitment to culturally responsive practices. Proficiency with Canva, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and event platforms such as Eventbrite and Splash. Preferred Skills Knowledge of Long Beach and local community landscape. Bilingual abilities in Spanish, Khmer, or other relevant languages. Experience coordinating with city agencies, sponsors, and grassroots partners. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits including QSEHRA health reimbursement, paid holidays, and generous PTO. Work that contributes directly to advancing equity, joy, and access in underrepresented communities. Why Join Us? At APF, events are more than logistics—they’re moments of impact, visibility, and transformation. Join a passionate, forward-thinking team dedicated to disrupting barriers and building community-centered systems of care. If you’re ready to plan with purpose and lead with heart, we want to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr April Parker Foundation

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