Community Engagement Lead & Event Host

The Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness (MSIA) is a non-profit dedicated to peace and spirituality based in Los Angeles. As we evolve to meet the needs of a diverse, modern audience, we seek a dynamic, spiritually-minded individual with events expertise to be the welcoming face and heart of our community to help us create a vibrant community space for seekers of all ages.

We offer an approach that focuses on incorporating spirituality into everyday life in a tangible, workable way. We call it “practical spirituality.” – using everything in our life to expand and grow in a way that allows us to relate to the world from the inside out, from our loving center, and to explore the nature of our true essence as a Soul.

Our beautiful headquarters features the Peace Awareness Gardens & Labrinth, which the L.A. Times calls a "Spiritual Oasis in the City." Its purpose is to provide a place for people to take time out of their busy lives to visit, reflect, and be rejuvenated by the peace and nature present.

Responsibilities:

Community Building & Event Hosting (50%)

• Serve as the primary host and welcoming face of our spiritual center, creating and continually developing a warm, inclusive atmosphere for all visitors and our existing community
• Design, host, and manage engaging events, workshops, and gatherings that appeal to newcomers and our current students.
• Create an inviting atmosphere for all visitors, ensuring they feel valued and welcome.
• Develop and implement community-building initiatives to foster connections.
• Coordinate with instructors and speakers to ensure seamless, inspiring event experiences - including event setup and breakdown, audio/visual requirements, and guest registration.
• Supervise and assign social media volunteer(s) to capture content at events.
• Continuously gather feedback and innovate to enhance the community experience.
• Recruit, train, and manage a team of volunteers.
• Organize and supervise roles & responsibilities for residents and volunteers.
• Manage staffing and customer experience of our Reading Room opening in 2025
• Manage logistics and customer experience of photo shoots and retreats.
• Greet and guide people to and from their spiritual services

Spiritual Guidance & Education (25%)

• Serve as a knowledgeable guide to the center's spiritual teachings and practices.
• Articulate the benefits and relevance of our spiritual education path to diverse audiences - especially newcomers.
• Create and deliver orientation sessions for newcomers, providing an accessible introduction to our teachings.
• Stay informed about contemporary spiritual trends and integrate relevant insights and experiences.

Operational Excellence (25%)

• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Continuously seek ways to enhance the visitor experience, from first contact to long-term engagement.
• Create follow-up systems and surveys for continuous improvement based on guest experience
• Handle inquiries and concerns with grace, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
• Organize volunteers and docents

Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Passionate about spirituality and personal growth
• Experience in event planning and community building
• Energetic, positive attitude with a talent for making others feel welcome
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends for events
• Background in hospitality, customer service, or related field
• Skilled at social media content capture at events is a plus
• Experience with MSIA, University of Santa Monica, Freedom to Choose nonprofit or Insight Seminars is a plus

Residency Option:

We are pleased to offer a unique residency option for this role, designed to enrich personal and professional life in alignment with spiritual growth and purpose. While residency is optional, we encourage applicants to consider it as it enhances the total value of the compensation package.

For candidates who choose residency, the package includes:

• Private room and board within our serene, spiritual center, providing a tranquil environment supportive of reflection and rejuvenation
• Two healthy meals per workday prepared by our resident chef
• Classes and education package
• Parking, laundry, and all utilities are included

To support the spiritual environment of our center, we require all residents and staff to follow these guidelines:

• No use of recreational drugs or alcohol at the property.
• Abstinence from sexual relationships outside of marriage at the property. Note: if you are in a relationship, there is possibility for residency at our adjacent property where these guidelines do not apply.

Compensation & Benefits:

The role offers a salary range of $55,000 - $65,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and short and long-term disability package. Residency package is valued at over $25,000 on top of salary.