Fund Development Events Specialist

3 weeks ago

Dallas, United States VetJobs Full time
Job Description

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Job Description:

WHY CHOOSE US?
As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.

The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.

At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
The American Red Cross is seeking an Events Specialist who will be responsible for the success of Chapter fundraising events throughout North Texas. You will plan, coordinate and implement events in collaboration with staff and volunteer leadership. Our events are designed to recognize donors (individuals, corporations, foundations) that support the mission of the Red Cross. You will also develop and execute plans to identify, cultivate, solicit and recognize event support.

This is a hybrid work position which includes a mix of virtual and in-office work. The position also requires travel for face-to-face meetings with vendors and meetings as needed.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD:
  • Event planning: Serves as the lead for the region's special event planning; Creates and collaborates with other development staff on special events project plans & participates in budget development. Monitors event outcomes including revenue and expenses and results in order to increase special event program growth. Manages implementation and production of all fundraising events including vendor relationships, budgets, and event logistics.
  • Provides leadership and guidance to assigned event chairs and committees. Directs the activities of and serves as the primary staff liaison to the volunteer committees for assigned chapter special events.
  • Events Material Development: Collaborates with Communications and Marketing to develop materials related to events including media releases and photo sessions.
  • Research and donor development: Researches, identifies, cultivates and solicits new and existing donors for monetary and/or in-kind gifts to support chapter special events. Recognizes potential for increased donor involvement and capitalizes on opportunities to grow existing relationships. Identifies event sponsors for potential enhanced or increased partnership opportunities with the chapter.
  • Relationship development: Develops effective working relationships with donors, volunteers, government and foundation representatives to nurture their connections to the Red Cross.
  • Provides volunteer or staff work direction and administrative support.
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
  • High School or equivalent required with a minimum 7 years of related experience and documented success in event planning or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
  • Skills & Abilities: Leadership ability with exemplary interpersonal, verbal, listening and written communication skills. Partner internally and externally with others to develop the organization. Must be open, friendly, and comfortable with diverse groups with the ability to network effectively and establish long-term relationships with the community. Ability to resolve conflict and promote cooperation, commitment, momentum, and pride. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong skills in planning and problem-solving. Capable of directing and working effectively with donors, volunteers, staff, and committees in a wide range of activities while under pressure and/or deadlines. Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • May need to travel and participate in meetings and conferences.
  • A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.


WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE:

Experience in project management, vendor management and fundraising budgeting.

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