West Point Society of the Carolinas · 3 months ago
Development Events Manager
West Point, NY
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$63K/yr - $65K/yr
3+ years expWest Point Association of Graduates (WPAOG) is dedicated to serving West Point and its alumni. They are seeking a Development Events Manager responsible for planning and executing donor stewardship and cultivation events, managing budgets, and overseeing the Development Events office.
Responsibilities
Responsible for planning and executing donor stewardship and cultivation events and visits for the entire division of the development office
Managing budget, billing, invoicing, and contract negotiations for the Development Events department
Overseeing the Development Events Coordinator’s work, coordinating the event logistics for up to 90 special events throughout the year
Responsible for overseeing logistics in the following areas: caterers and vendors, venues, event decor, transportation, contract negotiations, hotel blocks and room reservations, nametags and place cards
Working closely with key Development staff members, particularly the Campaign Director, to plan meetings and events in support of cultivation and stewardship initiatives
Maintaining close, positive working relationships with donors and executive staff
Responding to donor RSVPs and attending all events each year
Available for occasional travel and work after normal business hours
Qualification
Required
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Excellent written and oral communications
Proficiency in MS Office applications as well as CRM Blackbaud systems
Possess a high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and numerous external agencies
Knowledge of the fundamentals of fundraising, fundraising needs, and knowledge of the academic, athletic and activity programs of the Military Academy is a must
A bachelor's degree is required
3-5 years' work experience in the event planning field
Benefits
Excellent benefits
Pleasant working environment
Company
West Point Society of the Carolinas
West Point Society of the Carolinas supports the graduates and families of the Long Gray Line and supports the mission of the United States Military Academy in the greater Charlotte region.
2-10 employees
Funding
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