Events and Young Professional Development Manager

2 weeks ago


Houston, United States Dress For Sucess Houston Full time

Dress for Success Houston is seeking an engaging, detail-oriented, and passionate Events and Young Professional Development Manager to coordinate and facilitate the agencys events and Young Professionals Group.

Event Planning and Execution

Managing the logistical execution of events while working with vendors, staff, and volunteers. This includes coordinating with Development team members for planning, event day coordination, and post-event responsibilities.

DFS Houston Events include:

Her Path Forward

  • Month-long annual giving campaign

Models of Success (MOS)

  • A celebration of client success/fashion event
  • On-site (attendance 170)

PowHER Hour

  • Annual wine-tasting event
  • Coordinate with underwriters and sponsors
  • Off-site (attendance 250)

Quarterly Board Meetings

  • On-site (attendance 20)

Rendezvous with DFS Houston

  • Annual celebration with a silent auction, wine pull, and raffle
  • Volunteer and event auction chairs
  • Off-site (attendance 500+)

Corporate Guild

  • Four quarterly luncheons
  • Local Restaurant or Event Venue
  • Off-site (attendance 60)

Fall Fashion Event

  • Local Fashion Designer
  • Off-site (attendance 125)

Houston Marathon Charity Team RFAR Event Management

  • A Kick-Off Event in September to build excitement for the event.
  • A celebratory event recognizing our race participants Brunch Bash
  • Off-site (attendance 100) Cheer Station and Third-Party Fundraising Event
  • Supported by Development Data Assistant as the role of Registrar
  • Supported by the Director of Development serving in the role of Sponsorship Coordinator and Marathon Liaison
  • Supported by Marketing Associate for all print, design and external DFS Houston Communications.

Related tasks: Oversee event logistics including but not limited to; entertainment, valet parking, food and beverage vendors, walk-throughs, guest list, mailing invitations, menu, silent auction, in-kind solicitations, raffle, wine pull, run of the show, and dcor

Young Professionals Group Liaison (WOW: Women of Wardrobe)

  • Maintain membership to a manageable level of 175
  • Ensure signature events yield a minimum of $18,000 in donations: Spring Fling and Tootsies Summer Soiree
  • Attend monthly WOW Board meetings and WOW onsite events (New Member Breakfast/On-site Volunteer Events)
  • Support the WOW Board and Steering Committee members in their planning and promotion of events impacting DFS Houston and promote monthly events
  • Serve as point of contact person for WOW inquiries from prospective members
  • Supports the new position of WOW Secretary in maintaining minutes, bylaws, and event recaps.
  • Maintain records, bylaws, and fundraising information.

Qualifications

  • Three - five years of event or hospitality experience
  • Bachelors degree or an equivalent amount of direct professional experience required
  • Intermediate computer skills: experience with Microsoft 365 suite and CRM or donor management system required; Salesforce preferred
  • Ability to prioritize time-sensitive tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and results
  • Ability to work with and relate to a range of people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Maintain a calm, caring, and professional demeanor, always
  • Polished, professional appearance
  • Valid drivers license with reliable transportation
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds

Working Hours

  • Monday through Friday on-site at DFS Houston with two remote days per month.
  • Must be able to work evening and/or weekend events; approximately four per month


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