Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $400,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
flexible spending accounts
Paid Time Off
401(k) retirement plan and match
long term disability
short term disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Job Description
CentraCare Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting the CentraCare Health system, which serves communities in Central Minnesota and the surrounding regions. The Foundation focuses on raising funds that enhance healthcare services and programs, improve patient experiences, and promote health and wellness throughout the community. As a part of CentraCare, the Foundation plays a crucial role in fostering relationships with donors, community partners, and stakeholders to further its mission of providing exceptional care and support to those in need.
The Events Manager for the CentraCare Foundation will play an integral role in advancing this mission through the strategic planning and execution of fundraising and stewardship events. This full-time position operates on an 80-hour biweekly schedule, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., within a hybrid work environment that combines on-site presence three days per week with two days remote. The salary starts at $54,546.69 per year and can increase up to $81,776.22 based on experience. Along with a competitive salary, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k) retirement plan with match, long-term and short-term disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts.
The primary responsibility of the Events Manager is to lead the Foundation’s efforts in hosting impactful fundraising and stewardship events that not only enhance CentraCare’s image but also generate critical funds to support community health initiatives. The role is dynamic and requires creativity, exceptional organizational skills, and a visionary approach to event management. The incumbent will oversee the full event lifecycle including researching and securing venues, planning and managing the Foundation’s events calendar, coordinating volunteer committees, negotiating vendor contracts, marketing events, and ensuring budgets and timelines are met.
A significant part of the role involves managing the Foundation’s marquee event, the Holly Ball, which draws over 1,200 guests and typically raises nearly one million dollars annually. The Events Manager works closely with volunteer chairs and multiple committees to deliver a high-caliber event. Additionally, stewardship events such as the LaGratitude celebrations in the Central and Southwest Regions require attention to detail ranging from entertainment to recognition awards, which also engage the Board of Directors to actively support event messaging.
The role extends to overseeing the Southwest Regional Fall Gala, a crucial fundraising event with over 650 guests and a goal of nearly $300,000 annually. Management of the Charitable Partners Program, which includes third-party fundraising events producing nearly $400,000 annually, is also a key responsibility. The Events Manager markets this program, manages relationships with external fundraisers, develops fundraising guidelines, and focuses on program growth in the Southwest Region.
Beyond event execution, the manager provides guidance to Regional Development Officers for localized benefactor recognition and fundraising activities, ensuring consistency and strategic alignment with overall Foundation objectives. A cornerstone of success in this position is leveraging data—maintaining databases, tracking registration and revenues, conducting participant satisfaction surveys, and reconciling financials with the accounting department.
Volunteers are vital to event success, and the Events Manager recruits, trains, and nurtures a dedicated volunteer workforce while ensuring they feel empowered and appreciated. Strong project management and leadership skills are essential to coordinate multiple events and meet fundraising targets. This role requires excellent communication, creative problem-solving, and a passion for philanthropy and community engagement to amplify the Foundation’s visibility and impact.
CentraCare Foundation values diversity and inclusion and encourages all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply. The organization is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities it serves. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team making a meaningful difference in healthcare through innovative event leadership and community partnership.
The Events Manager for the CentraCare Foundation will play an integral role in advancing this mission through the strategic planning and execution of fundraising and stewardship events. This full-time position operates on an 80-hour biweekly schedule, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., within a hybrid work environment that combines on-site presence three days per week with two days remote. The salary starts at $54,546.69 per year and can increase up to $81,776.22 based on experience. Along with a competitive salary, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k) retirement plan with match, long-term and short-term disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts.
The primary responsibility of the Events Manager is to lead the Foundation’s efforts in hosting impactful fundraising and stewardship events that not only enhance CentraCare’s image but also generate critical funds to support community health initiatives. The role is dynamic and requires creativity, exceptional organizational skills, and a visionary approach to event management. The incumbent will oversee the full event lifecycle including researching and securing venues, planning and managing the Foundation’s events calendar, coordinating volunteer committees, negotiating vendor contracts, marketing events, and ensuring budgets and timelines are met.
A significant part of the role involves managing the Foundation’s marquee event, the Holly Ball, which draws over 1,200 guests and typically raises nearly one million dollars annually. The Events Manager works closely with volunteer chairs and multiple committees to deliver a high-caliber event. Additionally, stewardship events such as the LaGratitude celebrations in the Central and Southwest Regions require attention to detail ranging from entertainment to recognition awards, which also engage the Board of Directors to actively support event messaging.
The role extends to overseeing the Southwest Regional Fall Gala, a crucial fundraising event with over 650 guests and a goal of nearly $300,000 annually. Management of the Charitable Partners Program, which includes third-party fundraising events producing nearly $400,000 annually, is also a key responsibility. The Events Manager markets this program, manages relationships with external fundraisers, develops fundraising guidelines, and focuses on program growth in the Southwest Region.
Beyond event execution, the manager provides guidance to Regional Development Officers for localized benefactor recognition and fundraising activities, ensuring consistency and strategic alignment with overall Foundation objectives. A cornerstone of success in this position is leveraging data—maintaining databases, tracking registration and revenues, conducting participant satisfaction surveys, and reconciling financials with the accounting department.
Volunteers are vital to event success, and the Events Manager recruits, trains, and nurtures a dedicated volunteer workforce while ensuring they feel empowered and appreciated. Strong project management and leadership skills are essential to coordinate multiple events and meet fundraising targets. This role requires excellent communication, creative problem-solving, and a passion for philanthropy and community engagement to amplify the Foundation’s visibility and impact.
CentraCare Foundation values diversity and inclusion and encourages all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply. The organization is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities it serves. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team making a meaningful difference in healthcare through innovative event leadership and community partnership.
Job Requirements
- Associate degree in mass communications marketing or related field required
- minimum 2 years experience in event promotions coordination volunteer and financial management
- solid computer skills and ability to use a variety of software
- critical and creative thinking skills
- excellent written and oral communication skills
- driving record in good standing with insurance liability coverage
- highly organized and able to multi task
- solid project management experience
- leadership and supervisory experience with volunteers or employees
Job Qualifications
- Associate degree in mass communications marketing or related field required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- minimum 2 years experience in successful event promotions coordination volunteer and financial management required
- experience with healthcare and philanthropy preferred
- Raisers Edge experience preferred
- solid computer skills and ability to navigate various software required
- critical and creative thinking skills required
- excellent written and oral communication skills required
- driving record in good standing and required insurance liability coverage
- highly organized and able to multi task within and across projects
- solid project management experience
- demonstrated leadership skills and supervisory experience with volunteers or employees
Job Duties
- Manage database for events including registration ticketing and online tools
- implement a consistent participant satisfaction survey tool for each event
- manage a database for the tracking of events
- provide guidance to regional development officers on benefactor recognition programs
- establish preferred recognition vendors and serve as primary contact
- manage expenses within approved amounts
- maintain meticulous records and produce reports
- use organizational benchmarks and historic data to set and track fundraising goals
- reconcile event fundraising revenue and expense with accounting department and database management
- lead the annual creation and production of the Holly Ball event for 1,200+ guests raising nearly $1M annually
- manage all Foundation stewardship events including the annual LaGratitude events for 300-600 guests
- support the Southwest Regional Fall Gala for 650+ guests raising nearly $300,000
- manage the Charitable Partners Program generating nearly $400,000 annually
- market and expand the Charitable Partners Program
- develop and maintain third party fundraising event guidelines
- direct development officers in securing major event sponsorship and organizing event components
- develop, implement, and adjust annual plans revenue goals and expense budgets
- recruit, train, and manage volunteers for events and recognition goals
- provide guidance on market specific fundraising events
- organize and maintain event calendars
- provide direction for gift entry and acknowledgement process for events
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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