Posted on June 15, 2012

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Manager, Special Events

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects and components of fundraising events including children's/family event, Young Professional's group and other assigned events in the Distinguished Events department.
• Manage, evaluate and expand volunteer participation for each event. Must be a team player that has the ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers. Must develop, maintain and utilize relationships and have capability to leverage relationships.
• Manage, evaluate and expand fundraising. Develop and recommend strategies for fundraising events to sustain continued growth. Seek out new corporate and individual sponsors and develop plans to explore new revenue opportunities.
• Manage and maintain accurate and complete financial records, data entry and tax letters for assigned events.
• Manage timelines and budgets. Ensure that tasks are completed on time and within budget. Manage budget and control expenses effectively with an eye on revenue growth and expense reduction opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by his/her immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

Strong project management and administrative skills in a multi-task environment. Ability to set priorities, be self-motiviated and take initiative in management of both day-to-day workload and ongoing projects.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfort interacting with Board Members and volunteers both in person, on the phone and electronically.
• Understanding of computer systems and databases. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• An Associate Degree is required. 5+ years of relevant fundraising, strategic planning and coordinating special event experience. Must have supervisory experience and volunteer management experience.

Application Instructions

Please send resume along with a cover letter AND salary requirements to: ELebensberg@jdrf.org