Community Partnerships and Events Manager
Community Partnerships and Events Manager
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20-06-2025
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Job Description
Community Partnerships and Events Manager
Department:Development
Department:Development
Status: Full-time
Who We Are
At Sertoma Star Services were on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness to reach their goals and lead fulfilling lives. With a strategic presence in South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana we proudly serve over 2000 consumers through a diverse range of vocational educational therapeutic and residential programs.
Sertoma Star Services roots trace back to the merger of two dynamic social services organizations New Star and Sertoma Centre combining over 125 years of expertise in providing cutting-edge person-first services. Our united commitment is straightforward: to transform lives through delivering comprehensive services choices and opportunities to those we support in an environment that promotes self-advocacy and personal success.
By joining the Sertoma Star Team you will have a unique opportunity to challenge limits and change lives. Together we can shape a brighter future for those we serve.
Your Role
As the Community Partnerships and Events Manager you will drive the planning execution and follow-up of fundraising and community engagement initiatives that support Sertoma Star Services development goals. Youll partner closely with the Chief Development Officer to design and implement a comprehensive annual fund strategy recruit and oversee volunteers and cultivate relationships with local organizations and stakeholders. Your work ensures that each event runs smoothly from conception through post-event evaluation while strengthening Sertomas presence and impact within the community.
Responsibilities
Who We Are
At Sertoma Star Services were on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness to reach their goals and lead fulfilling lives. With a strategic presence in South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana we proudly serve over 2000 consumers through a diverse range of vocational educational therapeutic and residential programs.
Sertoma Star Services roots trace back to the merger of two dynamic social services organizations New Star and Sertoma Centre combining over 125 years of expertise in providing cutting-edge person-first services. Our united commitment is straightforward: to transform lives through delivering comprehensive services choices and opportunities to those we support in an environment that promotes self-advocacy and personal success.
By joining the Sertoma Star Team you will have a unique opportunity to challenge limits and change lives. Together we can shape a brighter future for those we serve.
Your Role
As the Community Partnerships and Events Manager you will drive the planning execution and follow-up of fundraising and community engagement initiatives that support Sertoma Star Services development goals. Youll partner closely with the Chief Development Officer to design and implement a comprehensive annual fund strategy recruit and oversee volunteers and cultivate relationships with local organizations and stakeholders. Your work ensures that each event runs smoothly from conception through post-event evaluation while strengthening Sertomas presence and impact within the community.
Responsibilities
Event Planning & Management:
- Responsible for the successful execution of annual events including golf outing First Look for Charity Bowling donor dinners and other events
- Coordinate the logistical components of events including venues volunteers materials and staff.
- Work with Donor Relations Coordinator with database management
- Utilize database to determine audiences and subsequently follow-up reports
- Ensure that events are carried out smoothly from planning through to post-event follow-up.
- Assist with event-related communications and materials (flyers brochures etc.)
Resource Development
- Annual Fund: Work with Chief Development Officer to develop and implement a comprehensive annual fund strategy to secure recurring donations from individuals foundations and corporations that includes Annual Appeal Giving Day and donor related events.
Volunteers
- Develop and implement volunteer recruitment strategies.
- Survey management staff to determine volunteer needs
- Manage the full volunteer lifecycle including recruitment screening training placement and retention.
- Create and maintain volunteer job descriptions and performance objectives.
- Provide support to CQL committees in particular promoting natural supports in line with CQL expectations
- Utilizing the volunteer database develop and maintain records for all volunteer activities including background clearances contact information hours of service and areas of interest utilizing database
- Maintain accurate records and provide timely statistical and activity reports on volunteer participation from data in the database
- Develop and implement volunteer recognition programs.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.
Community Engagement
- Build relationships with community organizations including universities faith-based organizations high schools and other related organizations
- Coordinate community events and partnerships.
- Develop and maintain relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
- Attend community fairs
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Nonprofit Management Public Administration Communications or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word Excel and Outlook)
- Experience and knowledge of CRM and volunteer management databases
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Illinois drivers license in good standing
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- 13 Paid holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) with company match
- Tuition assistance
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Health Safety and Culture
Sertoma Star is an equal opportunity employer that embraces the uniqueness of every person. Sertoma understands that in order for you to work effectively and be an advocate of inclusivity we must foster an environment that is respectful and sensitive to persons of all gender identities and from every cultural socioeconomic ethnic religious and racial background. Our open-door team-building concept supports both agency goals and employee success.
Sertoma Star is an equal opportunity employer that embraces the uniqueness of every person. Sertoma understands that in order for you to work effectively and be an advocate of inclusivity we must foster an environment that is respectful and sensitive to persons of all gender identities and from every cultural socioeconomic ethnic religious and racial background. Our open-door team-building concept supports both agency goals and employee success.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Temp
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