Manager of Development Events
Manager of Development Events
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Job Description
The Manager of Development Events will plan and execute high quality engagement and cultivation experiences for prospective and current supporters Board Members community partners volunteers as well as other development stakeholders across the KIPP Texas network. Success in this position fuels the new donor pipeline supporter retention increased giving inkind giving and manages all aspects of stakeholder development event opportunities. The Manager of Development Events in collaboration with other Manager of Development Events across regions the Development Events Assistant Director of Development Events and the Managing Director of Development Events is charged with an annual fundraising goal of at least $12MM to support our General Operating. As an ambassador of the KIPP mission and brand theyre responsible for raising public awareness about KIPP Texas through fundraising events. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience adaptability a proven fundraising record and will be adept at building both internal and external relationships. This position will work closely with each regional Director of Development and other Development Managers to appropriately coordinate and provide local and statewide donor engagement support through fundraising events.
Key Responsibilities
Design plan and execute engagement opportunities through regional and statewide events including small donor engagement events whether for fundraising cultivation or stewardship
Creates and manages San Antonio and Austin regional Development events project timeline ensuring that tasks are completed on time and that all involved know what is expected of them in a timely manner
Manage a diverse set of talent and voices from ambassadors teachers students alumni and other stakeholders for development fundraising purposes
Work with Development fundraising team event CoChairs and/or committees to ensure that financial goals are reached through pledges direct donations table sales etc.
Manage all aspects of events including but not limited to: negotiating contracts with vendors producing the program & event run of show creating & managing the event budget updating event webpage marketing collateral used for event outreach etc.
Tracks event table/ticket sales pledges and donations
Collaborate with other departments Development team members and KIPP Texas Leadership team to produce event related outcomes such as but not limited to: tracking and reconciling pledged gift amounts and expenses with accounts receivable secure donations for event specific fundraising activities such as silent/live auction creating and managing the design and distribution of event promotional materials
Lead/facilitate both internal and external meetings. Successfully create meeting agenda content scheduling meeting deliverables and overall facilitation of meeting.
Supports with table and ticket seating information
Manages volunteer need outreach and training
Travel required Ability to travel across regions as needed to aid in the successful of statewide events as well as team centered activities when they arise
Plans and manages event day logistics such as: parking catering signage ROS volunteers etc
Availability past organizations standard work hours during event season(s) and as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Required Education and/or Experience:
Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent work experience in event coordination
Skills and Qualifications
Articulate professional demeanor with strong selfconfidence and initiative
Excellent interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Ability to work both on broadbased strategy and everyday details
Ability to manage a timeline and to meet pertinent deadlines
Proven written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Strong followup and followthrough skills necessary
Ability to multitask to selfdirect and prioritize among competing goals and to initiate process improvements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook)
Proficiency in Raisers Edge fundraiser and donor software
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer/laptop
Attending conferences or training sessions
Work Environment:
Hybrid work capability and typical office environment with frequent interruptions
Required to frequent KIPP regional office and KIPP schools as designated by leadership
Most of our regional offices are located at one of our KIPP school campuses
This role can be based in the following locations with KIPP Texas Public Schools: Austin or San Antonio
Travel Requirements:
Ability to travel to various locations travel time approximately 20 40 varies around event seasons
Additional Information :
KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer we hire without consideration to race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or disability.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
