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Donor Events Specialist

Organization:
Child Crisis Arizona
Type of organization:
Human Services
Location:
Mesa, Arizona
Job category:
Fundraising/Development
Experience level:
Mid-level
Employment type:
Full-time
Position modality:
Hybrid schedule
Pay type:
Salary
Pay:
$45,000–$55,000

Position description

Posting last updated 1 week 4 days ago
  • Serves as key point of contact for agency donor-related events, from inception to execution.
  • Manages event related activities including:
    1. Procurement of silent and live auction items
      1. Including leadership of volunteer committee
    2. Manages follow up calls to patrons regarding auction pick-up, billing questions, etc.
    3. Works with Database team to produce print mailing list and/or labels for event invitation projects
    4. Responsible for event logistics including, but limited to;
      1. Staffing plan
      2. Event Set-Up
      3. Event Tear-Down
      4. Run of show, seating charts, etc.
      5. Oversees AV and other vendor services for events
  • Provides support for event related collateral materials including web and e-blast platforms by working with Director and marketing team on look, style and theme to ensure cohesiveness of branding strategy.
  • Works with event and silent auction software and credit card systems for event registration and processing.
  • Develops and maintains third party vendor event databases.
  • Acts as a liaison with vendors and event committee in order to conceptualize and execute events.
  • Compiles information for Director and VP to present to External Affairs Committee in order to communicate events status and outcomes
  • Assists Director and marketing team on public relations outreach initiatives.
  • Creates recognition and thank you items for event sponsors and guests
  • This role may require hours outside of a traditional 9-5 setting, including nights and weekends

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required.  Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Non Profit Leadership or related preferred. 
  • Minimum of 3 years special events experience in a non-profit setting.
  • Proficiency in the following computer programs: Microsoft office suite, Adobe Products, and project management software, i.e. Basecamp or Monday.
  • Must be able to display verbal and written communication skills that meet the requirements of the position and needs of vendors and community liaisons.

How to apply

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