Giving Hope Administrator

Job Details: Job Location: Premier Automotive Management - New Orleans, LA, Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00Hourly, Volunteer & Event Coordinator

Giving Hope | Faith-Based Nonprofit Organization

Join Our Mission

Giving Hope is seeking an organized, dependable, and service-minded individual to join our team as a Volunteer & Event Coordinator.

We are excited to share this opportunity with our friends and colleagues at Premier Automotive Group who may feel called to use their talents in a new way—serving others and helping further the mission of a growing Christian nonprofit organization.

At Giving Hope, our faith is at the heart of why we serve. We believe we are called to love our neighbors, care for those in need, and be good stewards of the resources and opportunities God has entrusted to us. Whether we are providing food to a family, serving a hot meal to a senior, welcoming volunteers, or bringing community partners together, our goal is to serve with compassion, dignity, and the love of Christ.

The Volunteer & Event Coordinator will work closely with the Executive Director and Giving Hope team to coordinate volunteers, organize Hope Days, assist with our annual Gala and other special events, and provide administrative support for the organization.

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working with people, has a heart for service, and wants their daily work to have purpose.

Position Details

Employment: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend availability for special events
Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour
Growth Potential: Opportunity for increased responsibility and professional growth as Giving Hope continues to expand
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Giving Hope – New Orleans

About Giving Hope

Giving Hope is a Christian, faith-based nonprofit organization committed to serving those in need with compassion, dignity, and hope.

Our work includes food assistance, hot meals for vulnerable seniors, children's initiatives, community outreach, volunteer service opportunities, and programs that extend hope both locally and beyond our community.

Our mission is rooted in the belief that we are called not simply to speak about love and compassion, but to put them into action.

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms.” — 1 Peter 4:10

Our team is small, collaborative, and hands-on. Every person matters, every role matters, and every member of our team has an opportunity to use their gifts to help us serve others well.

As Giving Hope continues to grow, we want our team members to grow with us.
Qualifications: Volunteer Coordination & Hope Days

Coordinate and maintain schedules for individual, group, church, community, and corporate volunteers.
Organize Hope Days, Giving Hope's volunteer service experiences that allow individuals and organizations to serve our community alongside our team.
Coordinate volunteer dates, locations, assignments, and activities with Giving Hope staff.
Communicate schedules, expectations, dress requirements, and other important information prior to service days.
Serve as a primary point of contact for volunteers and participating organizations.
Welcome and assist volunteer groups during Hope Days.
Maintain accurate volunteer records and attendance information.
Help ensure that every volunteer experience reflects Giving Hope's commitment to hospitality, compassion, service, and excellence.

Gala & Special Event Coordination

Assist with the planning and execution of Giving Hope's annual Gala and other special events throughout the year.
Help secure silent and live auction items by contacting donors, businesses, artists, and community partners.
Maintain auction documentation, including item descriptions, donor information, estimated values, and recognition details.
Recruit, schedule, and coordinate volunteers for Gala setup, event operations, and breakdown.
Assist the Executive Director with inviting community and corporate partners to participate through sponsorships, tables, and attendance.
Assist with hotel room reservations and room blocks for Gala guests, sponsors, honorees, and VIPs.
Communicate hotel booking instructions, deadlines, and reservation information.
Track room usage to ensure sponsorship benefits are accurately fulfilled.
Coordinate with the Executive Director and hotel representatives regarding reservation changes, special requests, and other needs.
Provide hands-on support before, during, and following Giving Hope events.

Administrative & Invoice Support

Receive invoices and billing statements from vendors, partners, and service providers.
Scan, organize, and submit invoices weekly through Giving Hope's Bill.com system.
Provide invoices and supporting documentation to the Executive Director for review and approval.
Follow up regarding missing documentation or billing questions as needed.
Maintain organized electronic and physical records.
Provide general administrative support to the Executive Director and Giving Hope team as needed.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

Has a genuine heart for serving others and is comfortable working within a Christian, faith-based organization.
Understands that every person we serve should be treated with dignity, kindness, and compassion.
Is highly organized and pays close attention to detail.
Is dependable and follows through on commitments.
Takes initiative and can work independently.
Can manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
Communicates professionally and warmly by phone, email, and in person.
Enjoys building relationships with people from many different backgrounds.
Is comfortable interacting with volunteers, donors, churches, corporate partners, vendors, and community members.
Has working knowledge of email, calendars, spreadsheets, and basic office technology.
Is willing to learn new systems and processes.
Maintains professionalism and confidentiality.
Is flexible and willing to step in wherever needed as part of a small, hands-on team.
Desires to use their gifts and abilities in work that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Interested in Joining the Giving Hope Team?

If you are a Premier Automotive Group employee who feels this opportunity may be a fit for your skills and your heart for service, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your résumé directly to:

Rebecca Cuellar
Executive Director, Giving Hope
[email protected]

Please include Volunteer & Event Coordinator in the subject line.