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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $60,000.00 - $110,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
counseling services
Paid parental leave
Retirement Plan
Job Description
KIPP Atlanta Schools is an integral part of the renowned KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national network, a leader in free, open enrollment, college preparatory education. This network consists of 280 schools spread across 21 states and the District of Columbia, serving over 175,000 scholars and alumni. KIPP Metro Atlanta currently operates 11 schools, including five primary schools, six middle schools, and one high school, alongside KIPP Forward, which provides ongoing support for scholars on their journey toward a choice-filled life. As a social justice organization, KIPP Atlanta Schools is deeply committed to fostering academic excellence and joy within our... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- 3 to 5 years of experience in event planning or management
- Experience with fundraising or donor-facing events preferred
- Knowledge of greater Atlanta community preferred
- Ability to manage event logistics including venue sourcing and budgeting
- Strong project management and multitasking skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency in productivity tools
- Ability to work evenings and weekends
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
- Flexibility to work varied schedule including evenings and weekends
- Based in Atlanta
- Ability to perform physical activities associated with event management
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- Master's degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, hospitality, or a related field preferred
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in event planning or management
- Demonstrated experience executing high-quality events at scale
- Experience with fundraising or donor-facing events strongly preferred
- Familiarity with nonprofit development operations a plus
- Knowledge of the greater Atlanta community with existing ties preferred
- Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously including venue sourcing, vendor contracts, catering, audiovisual production, run-of-show development, and budget oversight
- Strong project management skills with a track record of meeting deadlines in fast-paced environments
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Collaborative team player with experience working across departments
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- Experience with event management software, CRM platforms, or Salesforce is a plus
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required
Job Duties
- Design, plan, and execute all fundraising events, donor cultivation events, and stewardship experiences that advance development goals
- Partner with the Development team to align event strategy with donor pipeline priorities, sponsorship goals, and campaign timelines
- Manage all event logistics including venue sourcing, vendor contracts, catering, audio-visual production, run-of-show development, and budget oversight
- Develop post-event reporting including attendance data, funds raised, and donor engagement metrics to inform continuous improvement
- Coordinate with the Marketing and Communications team to ensure event materials, invitations, and digital promotions are on-brand and delivered on schedule
- Support the stewardship of key donors and sponsors through personalized event experiences and VIP engagement touchpoints
- Create and execute a regional calendar of family and community engagement events designed to strengthen partnerships
- Create and implement Standard Operating Procedure for events across all 11 schools ensuring consistent quality and equitable access
- Partner with school leaders, Family Engagement Liaisons, and community stakeholders to identify event needs and co-design programming
- Manage logistics for external community-facing events
- Track attendance and engagement data to evaluate impact and identify growth opportunities
- Provide coordination support for internal convenings including One Team Celebration, Homecoming, and Leaderweek
- Serve as a cross-functional events resource collaborating with Talent and People, Marketing and Communications, and Development teams
- Co-manage organizational events calendar to align internal and external events and avoid conflicts
- Support vendor and event planner relationships including contract coordination, site visits, and logistics for multi-team events
- Provide on-site event support and serve as day-of logistics lead for strategically visible events
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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