Special Events Manager
Special Events Manager
Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment? Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana is looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Special Events Manager to lead the planning and execution of events that inspire our community to invest in the next generation of leaders.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Special Events Manager is responsible for generating fundraising income from special events that include but are not limited to: Kentuckiana Business Hall of Fame, Peer to Peer fundraising events, Golf, PlayForeJA, Online Auction, and JA Inspire with a total of over 553K to be raised annually. This position is also responsible for researching/initiating our efforts in recruiting new corporate and individual donors to participate in JA events. This individual contributes to the overall development strategy and action plan. This individual will work closely with staff and volunteers to identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects/donors.
• Develop and maintain an events calendar including meeting deadlines for sponsorship applications and reporting requirements in consultation with leadership.
• Work closely with the EVP and President to coordinate prospect cultivation, donor stewardship and overall relationship management with funders.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of the strategic plan regarding activities relating to event solicitations and other fundraising efforts.
• Monitor fundraising efforts and progress towards event goals along with sending bi-monthly reports on progress to goal including an accurate tracking of revenue and invoicing.
• Lead and provide direction to the committees that support all events.
• Secure and research in-kind donations that will help off-set event expenses.
• Create budgets in partnership with President and EVP for all events and ensure that each event reaches revenue goals and stays within the expenses budgeted. Along with maintaining those budgets for monthly review.
• Support efforts that increase visibility of programs, services, and activities and maintain good public relations with donors and prospects.
• Promote the organization’s brand to existing and prospective donors.
• Responsible for creating the annual communication plan for events with content which includes social media, peer to peer fundraising webpages, JAKY website, and general correspondence within each event.
Qualifications (required)
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• A minimum of three years of professional experience in events/fundraising.
• Experience running special events and identifying, soliciting, and stewarding donors at a non-profit organization.
• Demonstrate intermediate to advanced skills and knowledge of Excel, as well as other Office 365 applications.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across the organization.
• Highly detail-oriented.
Application Process
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
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