Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $76,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Flexible Schedule
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is a prominent nonprofit organization with a long-standing commitment to building strong communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. As a global movement and the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities, the YMCA offers more than just a job – it offers a meaningful career where employees can make lasting positive impacts on individuals and communities. The organization strives to foster an inclusive culture defined by values such as truth, courage, authenticity, accessibility, dependability, creativity, dignity, and empathy. These values guide the YMCA in creating safe, inclusive environments that encourage participation,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- 2+ years of experience managing event planning, logistics, and execution
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Effective communicator with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to motivate and work collaboratively with volunteers, executives, and staff at all levels
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and familiarity with event/project management tools
- Commitment to the YMCA mission, values, and equity principles
- Ability to work cross-functionally and build authentic relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as required for events
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- 2+ years of experience managing event planning, logistics, and execution
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Effective communicator with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to motivate and work collaboratively with volunteers, executives, and staff at all levels
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and familiarity with event/project management tools
- Commitment to the YMCA mission, values, and equity principles
- Ability to work cross-functionally and build authentic relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as required for events
Job Duties
- Design and lead a comprehensive event strategy for fundraising and mission-focused events across all branches
- Establish event goals and return-on-investment measures, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
- Elevate the YMCA’s events brand to reinforce mission, community engagement, and organizational visibility
- Partner with Advancement leadership on forecasting, reporting, and continuous improvement of event effectiveness
- Serve as project manager for fundraising events ($25,000+ revenue level) and association-wide gatherings
- Lead logistics, scheduling, vendor coordination, budgeting, and post-event evaluation
- Collaborate with branch leaders, volunteers, board members, and staff to deliver high-quality events
- Ensure risk management, legal compliance, and financial accuracy in all event operations
- Oversee event calendars, timelines, and key milestones to support seamless execution
- Set and meet organization-wide event fundraising goals in partnership with advancement and revenue-generating staff
- Increase number of major gifts, sponsorships, and average gift size through strong event execution, engagement, and program showcase
- Increase donor and stakeholder sense of connection and satisfaction around their engagement and support of the YMCA
- Cultivate and steward event sponsors, donors, and community partners through relationship-building and professional communications
- Create innovative opportunities for showcasing program impact and engaging attendees with the YMCA’s mission
- Ensure accurate donor recognition and reporting in collaboration with Advancement staff
- Partner with Marketing and Communications to develop and distribute event promotions, invitations, and impact stories
- Provide consultation and coaching to staff and volunteers on best practices in event planning and execution
- Serve as liaison to Finance, Risk & Legal, and other internal departments to ensure compliance and streamlined processes
- Monitor event budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective resource allocation
- Maintain accurate event records, data tracking, and reporting for staff and boards
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiencies, and increase long-term impact
- Participate in professional development and team-building opportunities
- Complete required trainings and certifications, including YMCA safety protocols and First Aid/CPR/AED
- Contribute to organizational culture by modeling YMCA values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility
- Support program learning and other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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