Backflip is hiring a
Community Coordinator

Summary

The job is for a Community Event Coordinator at Backflip, a venture-backed FinTech company. The role involves planning, organizing, and executing events to promote the company's mission and values while also contributing to the development of scalable processes and operational efficiencies.

Requirements

• Proven track record of organizing successful events
• 2-4+ years of experience in event coordination, planning or operations
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Coachability and eagerness to learn
• Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills
• Creative problem-solving and adaptability
• Aptitude for creating and scaling efficiencies in operational processes
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• Own the requirements, objectives, budget and execution of in person and virtual events
• Create and execute detailed event plans including timelines, event needs and communications schedule
• Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure the best services and pricing
• Develop scalable processes and operational efficiencies and collaborate with the Director of Community to implement
• Oversee all logistics related to events in existing markets including venue set up, equipment, and any transportation
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, staff and speakers to ensure seamless event execution
• Act as the main point of contact for vendors, speakers, Backflip staff and members for events
• Maintain clear and consistent communication throughout the planning and execution process and provide regular updates to speakers and Backflip events staff on the progress of the events
• Monitor and maintain events budgets to ensure projects remain within financial guidelines
• Maintain an accurate record of all event-related expenses and ensure cost effectiveness
• Gather feedback from speakers, vendors, and Backflip staff to assess the success of events
• Create post-event recommendations for improvement and lessons learned

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with software including Eventbrite, Hubspot, Notion and Google
• Willingness to travel and host local events

Benefits

• $75,000 - $100,000 a year compensation
• Incentive bonus
• Equity stock options
• Paid health care
• 401K + company match