Fundraising Events Director
Fundraising Events Director
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USD 115000 - 130000
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Job Description
Vivalon is a Marin-based nonprofit that has been serving the community for over 70 years. Vivalon advances independence health and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities. We believe that the power of human connection is the central ingredient for quality of life. Recognized 10 times as one of the Best Places to Work in the North Bay we are proud to foster a supportive mission-driven workplace culture.
The Fundraising Events Director is part of the team that will lead Vivalon in doubling our fundraising revenue in 4 years. The main purpose and primary function of the Fundraising Events Director is to design coordinate manage and lead the execution of innovative and inspiring Vivalon-hosted events including large-scale fundraising galas educational events speaker series community gatherings hosted at Vivalon house parties and salons and donor stewardship events. While the Fundraising Event Director position is housed within the Development/Marketing team it will provide event leadership and services for Vivalon as a whole including the Programs and Transportation teams. As such the Director will also act as a cross-departmental liaison with the goal of providing a cohesive outward facing event brand.
- Experience with innovative and inspiring event concepts and designs that produce results.
- History of successful event leadership including ability to leverage funders partners venues and vendors to achieve event and fundraising goals.
- Ability to cultivate and steward long-lasting relationships with sponsors which result in recurring and generous donations as well as referrals and introductions to potential new sponsors.
- Skilled at building detailed event operational plans and managing high-end event budgets.
- Ability to serve as a cross-divisional liaison and leader within the organization with internal teams in Programs Transportation Finance and Facilities.
- Demonstrated success at attracting high-profile speakers influencing the development of high-interest / high-relevance content for events.
- Ability to serve as a thought partner inside and outside the organization with knowledge of how to leverage this to further our mission and fundraising performance.
- 5 years experience in fundraising event planning and leadership experience within a non-profit environment.
- Skilled at public speaking and persuasive communication.
- Experience and success in securing corporate sponsorships.
- Familiarity with donor databases (e.g. Raisers Edge Salesforce).
- Understanding of donor cultivation and stewardship best practices.
- Ability to lead event staff and volunteers.
- Bachelors degree in nonprofit management marketing communications or related field or equivalent experience.
Compensation and Benefits
- $115000-$130000 annually (depending on experience)
- Benefits package that includes medical dental vision chiropractic life retirement paid time off holidays and more.
Why Join Vivalon
We offer a collaborative mission-driven environment where your work directly supports the well-being of our employees and community. Enjoy competitive compensation comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
