Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Paid holidays
Job Description
Wayside Waifs is a well-established non-profit organization dedicated to animal welfare, located in an environment that fosters community engagement and philanthropy. Known for its comprehensive animal care services, Wayside Waifs is committed to enhancing the lives of animals through adoption, education, and community programs. The organization relies on the generous support of its donors, volunteers, and community partners to continue its mission of finding loving homes for animals and promoting responsible pet ownership.
Wayside Waifs is seeking a dynamic and experienced Special Events Manager to lead its special events program and work collaboratively with the Donor Relations Te... Show More
Wayside Waifs is seeking a dynamic and experienced Special Events Manager to lead its special events program and work collaboratively with the Donor Relations Te... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school degree
- bachelor’s degree in communications public relations journalism nonprofit management preferred
- bilingual English and Spanish preferred but not required
- ability to lift 50 pounds waist height
- understanding of Wayside Waifs safety policies and compliance with safety procedures
- ability to work independently and multitask
- ability to collaborate in a team environment
- commitment to mission of Wayside Waifs with collaborative and curious mindset
- ability to approach sensitive animal welfare aspects with professionalism empathy and resilience
Job Qualifications
- 2 years in special events fund development project management or communications in non-profit environment
- computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office products
- excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills
- ability to take initiative coordinate with others and follow through
- ability to proactively problem solve and find creative solutions
- social media and marketing expertise
- strategic thinker
- excellent customer donor service skills with commitment to creating a culture of philanthropy at Wayside Waifs
- experience working with high-level donors and corporate executives to engage in fundraising process
- preferred 5+ years in special events fund development or non-profit environment
- donor database management experience with Raisers Edge and online event or auction management software preferred
- managing and implementing large scale special events over 500 attendees with gross revenues over 350000
- documented history of growing special event fundraising revenue
- 3+ years working with individual donors and corporate sponsors including identification cultivation solicitation and recognition
Job Duties
- Lead logistics for Wayside Waifs special event fundraising program
- collaborate with Donor Relations Team to plan and implement events including the Fur Ball Gala and Strutt With Your Mutt
- coordinate event logistics, promotions, vendor relations, volunteer recruitment and supervision
- manage marketing and promotion of third party and external events
- manage Wayside Waifs LinkedIn profile and communications
- recruit, train, and manage Community Ambassador Volunteer Committee
- serve as primary relationship manager for corporate donors
- supervise Community Engagement Coordinator
- manage event invoicing, donation reconciliation, and donor correspondence
- perform other duties as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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