Special Events and Donor Relations Manager

at  Moraine Valley Community College

Reporting to the Executive Director of the Foundation, the Special Events and Donor Relations Manager serves as the lead for planning, revenue generation, management, production and sponsorships related to special events hosted by the Moraine Valley Foundation. Events include gala dinner, golf outing, run/walk, and others. The position deals with a wide range of responsibilities including seeking and securing sponsorships, event theme building, creating event marketing materials, communicating with event attendees and corporate donors, contracting vendors, coordinating event logistics, timelines and tasks as necessary per event.
The Special Events and Donor Relations Manager requires knowledge and understanding of the college and Foundation’s philosophy, programs, and procedures. The manager is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Non-Profit Administration, Marketing, or a related field. Certified Meeting Planner (CMP), Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) or other industry recognized certification preferred. Experience working for a non-profit organization preferred. Two or more years prior experience coordinating large (150+ guests) fundraising special events and volunteer-related activities. Two or more years prior experience securing and managing sponsorship programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong background in volunteer recruitment, management and cultivation
• Capable of balancing multiple priorities effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed to excellence
• Capable of working well with a variety of personalities and leadership styles
• Highly organized and professional demeanor
• Resourcefulness and ability to independently problem solve
• Proven track record of generating revenue from fundraising events
• Experience with integrating social media into event planning and execution
• Budget management and negotiation skills
• Ability to accomplish projects independently
• Outstanding customer service and high expectations for quality
• Experience with hiring and managing vendors for event production
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Raiser’s Edge
• Required to work evenings or weekends as necessary
• Valid state driver’s license required

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