Event Coordinator

About This Role

This role is for an Event Coordinator who will transform concepts into memorable experiences, spanning from exhibitions and conferences to fundraisers and community gatherings. You will be responsible for creating events that unite people and advance the mission of India Autism Center.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualise and execute exhibitions, conferences, workshops, fundraisers, community, and awareness events
• Develop event concepts, timelines, budgets, and execution plans
• Create engaging and inclusive experiences for diverse audiences
• Manage venues, vendors, logistics, registrations, production, hospitality, and on-ground execution
• Coordinate with speakers, artists, exhibitors, partners, families, volunteers, and guests
• Ensure every detail is thoughtfully managed, from the first invite to the final goodbye
• Build relationships with partners, institutions, corporates, artists, vendors, and community organizations
• Work closely with Communications, Programs, Fundraising, and Leadership teams
• Identify opportunities for collaborations and new event formats
• Track budgets, attendance, engagement, feedback, and outcomes
• Evaluate events and turn learnings into better experiences
• Stay curious about new ideas, formats, and ways of bringing people together

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in events, exhibitions, experiential marketing, communications, or related fields
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• Experience managing vendors, budgets, logistics, and multiple moving parts
• Creative, hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work flexible hours around events

Nice to have:

• Experience with NGOs, social impact, arts, education, healthcare, or community organizations
• Experience managing exhibitions, conferences, fundraisers, or public-facing events
• Strong creative and experiential thinking
• Understanding of inclusive and accessible event design

Benefits

• Opportunity to build experiences that bring people together, tell powerful stories, and create real-world impact
• Room to grow across Events, Communications, and Outreach

About the Company

India Autism Center (IAC) is a not-for-profit organization building a comprehensive ecosystem of support, training, research, and lifelong residential living for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. The center works towards greater independence, dignity, belonging, and quality of life for individuals and families across India.