Development and Event Manager

Dallas, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsive recruiter

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance

This position is critical to the ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ. The Development and Event Manager provides support to the Director of Development by leading and/or assisting in appeal efforts managing events throughout the year including the annual fundraising gala and oversees the support team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in appeal efforts throughout the year including design communication pieces target list and video initiatives.
Manage all aspects of the annual fundraising gala and any other events the Development Team has throughout a year including:
- Tracking of revenue streams: sponsorships table and ticket sales live auction silent auction raffle and scholarship appeal.
- Oversight of all event aspects including but not limited to venue audio/visual décor programming print collateral VIP reception PR celebrity communication volunteers and in-kind donations.
- Solicit and secure in-kind donations sponsorships participants and volunteers for fundraising events.
- Prepare materials for special fundraising events such as invitations sponsorship forms bid sheets and other related materials.
Develop and build ongoing and new relationships with individuals foundations business owners camper families and corporate contacts for Cowboys & Cowboys.
Work with marketing to develop video initiatives and collateral for giving.
Monitor budgets expense reports or other financial data for Cowboys & Cowboys.
Attend community events meetings and conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships.
Recruit and provide oversight for volunteer staff for events.
Communicate with Director of Development through required weekly updates and financial absence of Director of Development the Development & Event Manager will report to the President and CEO.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain compliance with Sky Ranchs employee policies and procedures.
Maintain compliance with all state and federal laws and regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

College degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

A seasoned development professional with a minimum of five years of experience and familiarity with best practices in the field including event management aspects such as planning budgeting revenue generation programming venue coordination and execution of events raising a minimum of $750000. Preferred to have prior experience in a non-profit faith-based organization.
Demonstrated success in meeting ambitious fundraising goals.
Capital campaign experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

Solid grasp of all facets of advancement work from databases to major gifts to stewardship. Familiarity with the grant making process.
Proficient working knowledge and ability to use various office software including but not limited to Microsoft Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint Fundraising software. Basic internet and social media skills.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to relate positively influentially and sensitively to a broad spectrum of persons in a variety of multi-tiered relationships and settings to include but not limited to customers (students and parents) clergy and staff of various Christian churches and organizations of all sizes cultural identities and worship styles co-workers peers board members and donors.
Ability to imagine fundraising potential and secure support where no natural constituency exists.
Ability to prepare moderately complex reports.
Ability to exercise independent thinking and initiative. Excellent communicator both as a presenter in meetings and through written and other forms of communications.
Excellent organizational skills: ability to multi-task and manage a variety of tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality of donors and prospects.
Ability to communicate the vision of Sky Ranch to both internal and external customers.
Ability to encourage and build mutual trust respect and cooperation among team members.
Ability to travel by car to Sky Ranch in Van TX for special meetings during the week and to help implement the summer appeal and cultivate donor relationships on weekends.
Ability to exhibit professionalism in the workplace to include professional and accurate communication with others.

EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY

Office Equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Little to no physical effort required. Ability to use up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
Ability to grasp push pull carry or otherwise manipulate objects; ability to perform tasks requiring action of muscles or groups of muscles and foot and/or hand-eye coordination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works indoors in normal office environment majority of the time.
Little to no exposure to physical risk.

OTHER
Commitment to Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally. Must be able to fully support Sky Ranchs Doctrinal Statement. An active membership in a church whose spiritual beliefs are aligned with Sky Ranchs Doctrinal Statement.

Commitment to Sky Ranchs Vision Mission Values (Who We A.R.E.) and Principles (WOW Stewardship and Excellence) demonstrated in daily behavior.

Must demonstrate annually a clear background check and review of child safety practices as required for camp accreditation by the American Camping Association.

Possess personal spiritual discipline that models a proactive approach toward personal spiritual and relational health.

Sky Ranch is a year-round recreational camp ministry with locations in Texas Colorado and Oklahoma. Our mission is to lead youth and families to know and follow Christ. For over 65 years weve created experiences in engaging camp environments helping parents and leaders inspire challenge and encourage. Come join us!

Required Experience:

Manager

Responsive recruiterBenefits:Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & developmentVision insuranceThis position is critical to the ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ. The Development and Event Manager pr...

Responsive recruiter

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in appeal efforts throughout the year including design communication pieces target list and video initiatives.
Manage all aspects of the annual fundraising gala and any other events the Development Team has throughout a year including:
- Tracking of revenue streams: sponsorships table and ticket sales live auction silent auction raffle and scholarship appeal.
- Oversight of all event aspects including but not limited to venue audio/visual décor programming print collateral VIP reception PR celebrity communication volunteers and in-kind donations.
- Solicit and secure in-kind donations sponsorships participants and volunteers for fundraising events.
- Prepare materials for special fundraising events such as invitations sponsorship forms bid sheets and other related materials.
Develop and build ongoing and new relationships with individuals foundations business owners camper families and corporate contacts for Cowboys & Cowboys.
Work with marketing to develop video initiatives and collateral for giving.
Monitor budgets expense reports or other financial data for Cowboys & Cowboys.
Attend community events meetings and conferences to promote organizational goals or solicit donations or sponsorships.
Recruit and provide oversight for volunteer staff for events.
Communicate with Director of Development through required weekly updates and financial absence of Director of Development the Development & Event Manager will report to the President and CEO.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain compliance with Sky Ranchs employee policies and procedures.
Maintain compliance with all state and federal laws and regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

College degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

A seasoned development professional with a minimum of five years of experience and familiarity with best practices in the field including event management aspects such as planning budgeting revenue generation programming venue coordination and execution of events raising a minimum of $750000. Preferred to have prior experience in a non-profit faith-based organization.
Demonstrated success in meeting ambitious fundraising goals.
Capital campaign experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

Solid grasp of all facets of advancement work from databases to major gifts to stewardship. Familiarity with the grant making process.
Proficient working knowledge and ability to use various office software including but not limited to Microsoft Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint Fundraising software. Basic internet and social media skills.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to relate positively influentially and sensitively to a broad spectrum of persons in a variety of multi-tiered relationships and settings to include but not limited to customers (students and parents) clergy and staff of various Christian churches and organizations of all sizes cultural identities and worship styles co-workers peers board members and donors.
Ability to imagine fundraising potential and secure support where no natural constituency exists.
Ability to prepare moderately complex reports.
Ability to exercise independent thinking and initiative. Excellent communicator both as a presenter in meetings and through written and other forms of communications.
Excellent organizational skills: ability to multi-task and manage a variety of tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality of donors and prospects.
Ability to communicate the vision of Sky Ranch to both internal and external customers.
Ability to encourage and build mutual trust respect and cooperation among team members.
Ability to travel by car to Sky Ranch in Van TX for special meetings during the week and to help implement the summer appeal and cultivate donor relationships on weekends.
Ability to exhibit professionalism in the workplace to include professional and accurate communication with others.

EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY

Office Equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Little to no physical effort required. Ability to use up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
Ability to grasp push pull carry or otherwise manipulate objects; ability to perform tasks requiring action of muscles or groups of muscles and foot and/or hand-eye coordination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works indoors in normal office environment majority of the time.
Little to no exposure to physical risk.

Must demonstrate annually a clear background check and review of child safety practices as required for camp accreditation by the American Camping Association.

Possess personal spiritual discipline that models a proactive approach toward personal spiritual and relational health.

Required Experience:

Manager

Key Skills

Marketing
Catering
Organizational skills
Hospitality Experience
Management Experience
HubSpot
Event Planning
Events Management
Project Management
Event Marketing
Leadership Experience
negotiation

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About Company

Sky Ranches

Sky Ranch is one of North America’s premier Christian Camps with locations in Texas, Colorado, and Oklahoma and offers programming for summer camps, retreats, rodeo training, and school programs. Learn more today!

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