DESCRIPTION
The Events Manager is responsible for developing and managing internal and external annual fundraising events. Key responsibilities include planning and analyzing cost-effective events, setting and meeting revenue goals, forming relationships with and soliciting event sponsors and
donors, coordinating sponsors, contractors/vendors and volunteers and stewardship of key relationships including individual donors, sponsors, vendors, volunteers and other partners. This position ensures collaboration and alignment with other internal stakeholders such as Programs, Marketing, Donor Relations and Grant Management.

Specifically the Events Manager will:
This position will oversee the development and management of internal and external annual fundraising events.
Plan and produce agency’s key fundraising events thru effective timeline management, committee coordination and effective communications to all constituents.
Works in partnership with development staff and committees to identify, cultivate and solicit financial and in-kind donations/sponsorships from individuals, businesses and civic groups.
Supports third-party events to ensure partners are receiving necessary promotion, agency information, volunteers, etc. to maximize results.
Ensure the planning of cost-effective events, setting and meeting revenue goals, forming relationships with and soliciting event sponsors and donors, coordinating sponsors, contractors/vendors and volunteers.
Steward key relationships including individual donors, sponsors, vendors, volunteers and other partners.

Qualifications:
Required:
a. College graduate – Bachelor’s degree
b. 2-3 years’ experience in event management in a nonprofit or corporate setting preferred
c. Good oral and written communication skills
d. Demonstrated attention to detail
e. Experienced user of Microsoft Office products
f. Good organization and time-management skills

HOW TO APPLY
Application Procedures and Special Instructions:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume via email, to: careers@bbbscentralcarolinas.org For more information, visit: bbbscentralcarolinas.org