Manager of Partnerships and Events
Manager of Partnerships and Events
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$ 55000 - 65000
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POSITION TITLE: Manager of Partnerships & Events STATUS: Exempt FT GRADE: 5
DEPT: Strategic Engagement SALARY: $55000 $65000
REPORTS TO: Vice President Marketing and Communications
SUMMARY: The Manager of Partnerships & Events is responsible for developing and managing strategic partnerships overseeing special events and leading volunteer engagement initiatives to advance the organizations mission and revenue goals. They are directly responsible for the overall strategic direction management and implementation for all of YWCA Metropolitan Chicagos external events focused on fundraising as well as free and public educational events designed to build organizational brand awareness and community engagement. This role will cultivate relationships with corporate sponsors community partners and donors while designing and executing highimpact inperson virtual and hybrid events that drive engagement and financial support.
COLLABORATES WITH: Strategic Engagement team program leadership and direct service staff IT and data personnel and outside vendors.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Event Planning &
Plan and execute virtual and hybrid events including fundraising galas community engagement activities donor cultivation events webinars panel discussions and online fundraising campaigns
Manage all aspects of event logistics including venue selection vendor coordination budgeting promotion and postevent evaluation.
Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement event marketing strategies maximizing reach and participation.
Ensure seamless event by managing timelines workflows and risk mitigation plans.
Leverage digital tools and platforms to maximize audience engagement and accessibility; track virtual event performance metrics and implement improvements based on data insights.
Strategic Partnerships & Business Development
Identify cultivate and manage relationships with corporate community and nonprofit partners to enhance engagement and funding opportunities.
Develop sponsorship proposals and secure financial and inkind support for events and programs.
Maintain a partnership pipeline and track outreach efforts to ensure sustained relationshipbuilding and revenue growth.
Collaborate with internal teams to align partnership efforts with marketing development and programmatic priorities.
Volunteer Engagement & Management
Develop and oversee volunteer engagement programs including corporate volunteer days skillsbased volunteer opportunities and community service events.
Coordinate volunteer recruitment training and retention strategies to enhance longterm engagement.
Serve as the primary point of contact for corporate volunteer partners ensuring meaningful and missionaligned volunteer experiences.
Budgeting & Reporting
Develop and manage event budgets ensuring costeffectiveness and alignment with revenue goals.
Track and report on key performance metrics including attendance engagement and financial outcomes.
Provide regular reports to leadership on partnership growth and event success.
Team Leadership & CrossDepartment Collaboration
Supervise event and partnership contractors and volunteers as needed.
Work closely with the marketing and development teams to align messaging and outreach efforts.
Represent the organization at partner meetings conferences and publicfacing engagements.
Other Duties as Assigned
Provide general support to the Strategic Engagement teams as needed.
Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in nonprofit marketing and communications.
NONESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Participate in administrative and program meetings as appropriate.
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: Other duties outside of the responsibilities of the position may be assigned whether for a project special needs task or other assignment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
24 years of experience in event management corporate partnerships fundraising or a related field preferably within a nonprofit or missiondriven organization.
Proven experience planning and executing largescale special events volunteer programs and virtual/hybrid events with measurable success.
Bachelors degree in business marketing communications nonprofit management or a related field (or equivalent experience) is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to cultivate and manage corporate partnerships and secure sponsorships.
Experience managing budgets vendors and event logistics while ensuring financial and operational efficiency.
Core Competencies:
Adaptability & ProblemSolving: Comfortable working in a fastpaced environment handling unexpected challenges and adjusting plans as needed.
Budget & Financial Oversight: Ability to create track and manage event budgets while optimizing resources.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to deliver compelling presentations and sponsor pitches.
Event & Project Management: Ability to plan coordinate and execute largescale events from inception to completion ensuring seamless operations.
Marketing & Communications: Strong understanding of event promotion sponsorship outreach and audience engagement through various channels.
Partnership & Relationship Building: Strong track record of developing and maintaining relationships with corporate sponsors donors vendors and community partners.
Strategic Thinking & Fundraising: Ability to align events and partnerships with organizational goals to increase revenue and brand visibility.
Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with event management platforms CRM systems and virtual event tools (Zoom Eventbrite Salesforce etc..
Volunteer Management: Experience recruiting training and managing volunteers for engagement programs and corporate volunteer days.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Bachelors Degree preferred Field of Study Preferred: Hospitality Management Event Management Communications PR Marketing Business Administration or related field required
CERTIFICATION(s) REQUIRED: N/A
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: N/A
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The primary work environment includes dedicated desk space within a downtown Chicago office. This position may also require travel to other YWCA offices or offsite locations for special events. The noise level is usually moderate. Movement requirements include walking stooping or kneeling. There may be a need to reach lift or move objects such as packages supplies and computers. Normal (or corrected) vision range; The ability to see color and to distinguish letters numbers and symbols are necessary for the work which may require close viewing. Occasionally they may need to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Communication needs include seeing hearing and speaking. While in the office there
will be periods of sitting holding a telephone and using computers. Reasonable accommodation may be made for an incumbent to meet the essential responsibilities of the position.
WORK SCHEDULE: HYBRID Work from home 2 days a week in the office 3 days a week. Normal working hours are Monday Friday 8:30 AM 4:30 PM. This position will require work on some evenings and weekends. The schedule can vary depending on the needs of the agency
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Temp
