[Hiring] Temporary Associate, Centralized Support Team @National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Role Description

The Temporary Associate, Centralized Support Team (CST) is a key member of a specialized group responsible for ensuring the successful production of 103 Walk MS events that are not supported by outsourced production companies. This role focuses on centralized event logistics, procurement, and operational support to maintain consistency, efficiency, and cost control across the national Walk MS campaign.

Working closely with Event Leads, Endurance and Community Event staff, and Event Production teams, the CST Coordinator manages back-end logistics, vendor coordination, and financial oversight. By consolidating procurement and standardizing processes, this role helps align spending with budget expectations, leverages cost-saving opportunities, and ensures timely fulfillment of event needs from planning through post-event wrap-up.

These are remote, temporary positions that are expected to start on one of two dates (December 7th, 2026 or January 19th, 2027), and end in late May of 2027.

As we prepare for a busy season of serving our constituents, we are seeking up to 4 temporary team members to help deliver exceptional support and service through our Centralized Support Team.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of Event Production experience, including 1-2 full seasons in an event lifecycle position.
• Experience with planning and coordinating events, including logistics, budgeting, communication, and safety measures to help ensure a smooth and positive experience.
• Supported team leads in organizing and guiding event teams through various phases of planning and execution.
• Can manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities while staying organized and focused on team goals.
• Work closely with team members to support the successful delivery of events and operational activities.
• Adapt to changing needs and challenges while maintaining a positive and productive approach.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and partners to support collaboration and coordination.
• Collect and review data to help evaluate event success and suggest improvements.
• Paid close attention to details and followed through on tasks to support strong results.
• Build positive working relationships with team members, even when working remotely.

Requirements

• Event production and event planning (85%):
• Budget & Financial Oversight
• Planning & Documentation
• Vendor & Logistics Coordination
• Safety & Compliance
• Lodging & Transportation
• Supplies & Event Materials
• Post-Event Wrap-Up
• Other Centralized Support tasks (15%):
• Implement centrally produced tools and resources to create a consistent event experience across the organization.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support event production in a centralized capacity.
• Contribute to special projects that may benefit other events or improve processes for the Regional Event Production Team and/or vendors throughout the year.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is $23-$25 per hour.
• Final offers will be based on the candidate's geographic location, career experience, and may vary from this range due to these and other factors.
• Temporary employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more are eligible for medical, flexible spending, and commuter benefits.
• Join an incredible mission-focused team of people!

Company Description

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting-edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward.