Corporate Responsibility and Sponsorships Coordinator

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Summary:

The Corporate Responsibility and Sponsorships Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing PeoplesBank's commitment to community impact and social responsibility. This position supports grant and giving programs, employee volunteer initiatives, and data-driven reporting, while leading the planning and execution of internal and external events that reflect the bank's values. Serving as a key liaison between the bank and community organizations, the Coordinator ensures meaningful engagement, seamless logistics, and impactful programming that strengthens relationships and promotes positive social change. This is a hybrid opportunity based in our Executive Offices in Holyoke with visibility at community events and engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Grant & Giving Program Support

• Assist in the administration of internal and external grant programs, including application intake, documentation, tracking, and reporting.
• Support the coordination of monthly and annual giving initiatives, ensuring timely and accurate distribution of funds.

Community Engagement & Volunteerism

• Contribute to the development and execution of community engagement strategies and employee volunteer programs.
• Serve as a liaison between the bank and community organizations, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to foster strong partnerships.
• Assist in planning and executing outreach events, volunteer activities, and seasonal initiatives such as blood drives and holiday programs.

Event Management & Coordination

• Lead and support the planning, logistics, and execution of internal and external events, including ticketed engagements, sports-related tournaments, outreach initiatives, and special projects.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure events are well-organized, impactful, and aligned with the bank's community goals.
• Manage event-related tasks such as venue coordination, vendor communication, guest lists, promotional materials, and post-event evaluations.
• Oversee event merchandise inventory and distribution to support branding and engagement efforts.

Data & Impact Reporting

• Compile and analyze data related to community engagement, volunteerism, and giving programs to assess impact and inform future initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations that communicate program outcomes and support strategic decision-making.

Administrative Support

• Provide general administrative support to the Corporate Responsibility team, including typing, data entry, scanning, and document management.
• Maintain organized records and assist with compliance documentation as needed.

Professionalism & Compliance

• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders, resolving inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Represent the bank with integrity and warmth in all community-facing interactions.
• Manage multiple tasks effectively, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
• Complete all required compliance training and adhere to bank, federal, and state regulations.
• Uphold departmental and bank-wide service standards and comply with all policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent experience in administrative roles within an office environment. Prior involvement with non-profit organizations and event coordination is highly desirable.

Skills needed

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to pivot tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Computer/Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office
• Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

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

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands to sort, write and keyboard, and to listen and speak. The associate is frequently required to reach, walk, stoop, crouch. The associate is occasionally required to stand, lift, bend, drive and travel.