Overview

The Special Events Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of special events. The general; oversight and day-to-day operation of all events thata includes all fundraising activites, promotion and procedures, record keeping and support for active volunteers.
Responsibilities:
Plans and implements special event activities for the Organization.
Makes personal calls and site visits to prospective donors.
Accepts gifts from donors and assures that receipts and thank you letters are sent promptly and according to policy.
Plans and attends all functions of the Organization as they relate to special events.
Maintains Organization calendar for special events, meetings, etc.
Prepares reports for Board and Executive Director as required and necessary.
Attends meetings of the Organization and/or Board and appropiate committees, as requested.
Coordinates activites of Board memebers, volunteers, and committee members as necessary.
Maintains all donor and fund development records.
Works with appropiate staff and cosnultants to create all collateral materials for Organization including, but not limited to, brochures, newsletters, special projects, and annual reports.
Social media proficient.
Completes all other assignments as required by the Director and/or Board.

Qualifications:
Minimum Education – Bachelors Degree
Minimum Experience – One to three years in related field or role; successfully led two special event projects.
Language Skills – Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Administrative Skills – Extreme attention to detail, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, strong math skills, able to create written documents, letters, brochures, and reports with little or no oversight.
Software Proficiency: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook), Constant Contact, Adobe.