Event Manager

Under the general direction of the Director of Fund Development we are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Event Manager to lead the planning and execution of our organizational events ensuring they align with agency-wide goals and support our mission-focused community engagement initiatives.

This position is on-site within our Development Office.

WHAT YOULL BE DOING DAY TO DAY:

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of events from initial concept through post-event wrap-up.
• Provide mentorship guidance and task delegation to the Event Coordinator. Collaborate with internal departments (Programs Operations Communications) to integrate events with company strategy.
• Oversee all logistical elements including venue selection/setup vendor negotiation contracts catering transportation and equipment.
• Manage event budgets process invoices and monitor expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Partner with the Communications team to coordinate digital promotion social media campaigns and print materials. Manage event communications with staff volunteers and external partners.
• Provide on-site management including guest check-in vendor oversight and troubleshooting.
• Compile attendee data feedback and key metrics to create post-event reports summarizing ROI outcomes and recommendations for future improvement.
• Maintain organization of event equipment and supplies.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

• A bachelors degree in marketing communications or a related field is required. Masters Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of successful event management. 6-8 years is preferred.
• Familiarity with fundraising nonprofits and donor engagement is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously meet tight deadlines and handle logistics.

Required Experience:

Manager