Here are some of this week's job listings for event planners/managers. To post listings on our blog contact us here, or follow us on Twitter for regular updates on new jobs. Event Planner / Administrative Assistant Chicago, Illinois The Event Coordinator / Administrative Assistant is responsible for coordinating events and assisting with office support while working within the mission, vision, and core values of the organization. More information: http://www.npo.net/job/2011-10-04/30368 Event & Communication Manager Boise, Idaho The Event & Communication Manager is responsible for organizing, planning, and leading events: fundraising and non-fundraising. The position is responsible for diversifying and expanding current fundraising strategies with emphasis on third party events, national programs and special events, including the Survivor Celebration and Race for the Cure®. More information: http://careers.ises.com/c/job.cfm?vnet=0&exclude=7152413&site_id=553&jb=8778635 Special Events Manager Chicago, Illinois Special Events Manager is responsible for the year-round fundraising campaign for the Y-ME Race At Your Pace, Chicago’s largest cause-related event, as well as additional organizational events throughout the year. The Manager will manage and execute third party events, recruit and support a dedicated number of teams for the Y-ME Race At Your Pace. Special Events Manager is accountable for the successful execution of event plans and logistics in achieving stated goals for assigned events, working closely with associated board, volunteer leaders and other event staff. More information: http://www.idealist.org/view/job/347TTGkzPPXjd/ Event Planning Coordinator Washington, DC Great position for energetic event planning Assistant/Coordinator with at least 1 year of experience in planning or hospitality. This full time, non managerial, hourly position is located in downtown Washington DC. The position entails mostly administrative aspects of planning. Must be organized, possess excellent computer skills and phone etiquette, work well in a team environment and customer service oriented. More information: http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fbh/2633924512.html