Director, Events and Appeals

at  Catholic Charities And Community Se

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree (MA/MS) or equivalent from accredited university; and 6+ years related event management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off including 15Paid Holidays annually (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing yearly) promoting work life balance.
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee’s and 75% of dependents premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!
We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.
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Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.
Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, oversees and coordinates all logistics for events including, but not limited to, venue, decorations, attendee list, entertainment, food, etc., to ensure events run smoothly and achieve desired goals and are consistent with Agency mission and Catholic teachings.
• Plans, oversees and coordinates all logistics for appeals including, but not limited to, vendors, yearly output planning, costs, etc., to ensure the appeals achieve desired goals and are consistent with Agency mission and Catholic teachings.
• Leads and manages the operation of events and appeals to address the priorities and goals of the Agency.
• Develops, implements and adheres to effective event and appeal planning timelines and ensures deadlines are met.
• Stimulates creative thinking and leadership in departments service development and implementation.
• Evaluates, selects and negotiates contracts with vendors for both events and appeals.
• Works and plans with development team to fill events with the best donors.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and effectively manage multiple programs in a leadership role, including fundraising, marketing and communications.
• Possesses strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to apply analytical skills for assessment and evaluation responsibility.
• Ability to apply problem solving skills essential in developing solutions for unanticipated issues and challenges.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off including 15Paid Holidays annually (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing yearly) promoting work life balance.
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee’s and 75% of dependents premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits