Full-time salaried position; Monday-Friday, occasional evenings and weekends

Pay: Based on experience

Application Deadline: January 24, 2025

Start Date: March 3, 2025

Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying.

The Company: The New River Valley Home Builders Association, Inc. (NRVHBA) is a professional trade association affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the Home Builders Association of Virginia (HBAV) and is dedicated to being the respected voice of the residential & commercial building industry in southwest Virginia. Our Association is governed by a board of directors and an executive committee representative of our region’s builder and associate membership.

The mission of the NRVHBA is to serve the building community by advocating for the construction industry; educating, supporting, and promoting our members; and giving back to the New River Valley.

The Position: We are looking for a full-time Marketing and Events Coordinator to assist our Executive Officer with executing the strategic goals of the association and managing association events, member support, marketing, and communication.  The ideal candidate will have event planning and marketing experience, the ability to communicate in clear, positive, and respectful manners with members, customers, and vendors daily, and is a self-starter who can work independently while managing the priorities of the Executive Officer and membership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, event planning, or related field - preferred
• Previous experience in event coordination or related field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Marketing and Social Media Experience
• Adobe InDesign and Photoshop – preferred
• Canva knowledge - preferred
• WordPress knowledge – preferred

Responsibilities:

• Organize, plan, market, and execute various Association Events
• Social media management, marketing, and member communication
• Design and produce promotional materials for various initiatives
• Assist in the develop and implementation of strategies to attract advertisers and sponsors for association events and publications
• Website Management
• Additional tasks as assigned by the Executive Officer

Marketing and Events Coordinator - Detailed tasks, duties and responsibilities

Event Management:

• Supports the organization, planning, marketing, and execution of various association events including, but not limited to, the annual Home Expo, Touch-a-Truck, and member networking and education events ensuring all details are handled smoothly and efficiently
• Act as staff liaison for various committees
• Manage event budgets and track expenses to ensure cost-effectiveness
• Create and distribute event marketing materials, such as invitations, flyers, and promotional emails
• Oversee event registration process and handle attendee inquiries
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to secure necessary equipment and services for events
• Assist in the development of event timelines and schedules to ensure all tasks are completed on time
• Provide on-site support during events, including setup, registration, and troubleshooting
• Works in conjunction with the Executive Officer to develop creative ideas for new events, programs, and services for members

Advertising and Sponsorship Sales:

• Assist in the develop and implementation of strategies to attract advertisers and sponsors for association events and publications
• Create compelling sponsorship packages and advertising opportunities
• Cultivate relationships with potential sponsors and advertisers
• Negotiate and close advertising and sponsorship deals
• Ensure proper execution of sponsor benefits and advertising placements
• Track and report on advertising and sponsorship revenue

Marketing and communication:

• Respond in a timely manner to any emails and phone calls, within 24-48 hours.
• Plan, compose and execute communication (email, social media, newsletters, etc.) to the membership.
• Create and maintain print and digital membership materials
• Maintain the NRVHBA website, social media, etc. in a timely manner so that articles, posts, and pictures are relevant and useful. 
• Manage all event social media
• Assist in creating and executing the annual NRVHBA magazine

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with notice.

About New River Valley Home Builders Association

The New River Valley Home Builders Association, Inc. (NRVHBA) is a professional trade association affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the Home Builders Association of Virginia (HBAV) and is dedicated to being the respected voice of the residential & commercial building industry in southwest Virginia. Our Association is governed by a board of directors and an executive committee representative of our region’s builder and associate membership. The mission of the NRVHBA is to serve the building community by advocating for the construction industry; educating, supporting, and promoting our members; and giving back to the New River Valley.

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