Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $77,000.00 - $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
public service loan forgiveness
Job Description
Easterseals PORT Health is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use support. Serving communities across North Carolina and Virginia, the organization operates both in-person and telehealth services with a diverse and inclusive team of over 2,600 members. Each year, Easterseals PORT Health delivers more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to over 40,200 children, adults, and families. Its broad reach spans 11,000 home, facility, and community locations, making it a vital resource for individuals striving to live their best lives. Recognized for its impactful work, Easterseals PORT Health has been... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 5-7 years of relevant event leadership or nonprofit development experience
- Proven ability to manage large-scale events
- Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Collaboration skills across diverse groups
- Familiarity with event management software and tools
- Availability for occasional evenings and weekends
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in event management, nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or related field or equivalent experience
- 5-7 years of experience in event leadership, fundraising, or nonprofit development
- Proven success managing large-scale fundraising events with 400 plus attendees
- Strong project management, organizational, and leadership skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency with event management platforms, donor databases, Canva, and Microsoft Office
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support events and deadlines
Job Duties
- Lead the strategy and execution of signature fundraising events and revenue-generating initiatives including galas, walks/runs, golf tournaments, auctions, donor recognition events, and third-party fundraisers
- Partner with the Chief Development Officer to secure sponsorships, in-kind support, and vendor partnerships that drive fundraising success
- Oversee event logistics, budgets, timelines, registration, and on-site execution to ensure high-quality, mission-aligned experiences
- Cultivate corporate, community, and volunteer relationships to expand engagement and funding streams
- Supervise and support the Events & Volunteer Coordinator and guide volunteer committees and event volunteers
- Collaborate with Marketing and program teams to promote events, develop branded materials, and steward donors and volunteers
- Analyze event outcomes and recommend improvements to strengthen future fundraising and engagement efforts
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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