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Planned Parenthood of Illinois · 2 months ago

Development Events Manager

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$67K/yr - $68K/yr

3+ years exp

Planned Parenthood of Illinois is focused on mission-driven work and is seeking a Development Events Manager to lead the planning and execution of events. This role involves managing various fundraising events, developing donor strategies, and coordinating with multiple teams to ensure successful event execution.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Manage an annual Chicago-based spring fundraiser for PPIL

Manage an annual Chicago-based fall political fundraiser for Planned Parenthood Illinois Action (PPIA) or Planned Parenthood Illinois Action PAC

Manage an annual late winter/early spring cultivation and stewardship event for donors of $1,000+

Manage program to secure event sponsorships from individuals, corporations, and vendors

Work with the External Affairs team in creating event themes, appropriate and compelling marketing materials (save-the-date, invitations, website) and communications (social media, e-blasts, media), for events, as well as program and remarks

Coordinate and manage event materials production; including, but not limited to, mailing lists, RSVP lists, mailings, evites, event acknowledgements, pre-event briefing for staff and board members, and revenue and expense tracking

Oversee cultivation events throughout the state, including house parties, donor luncheons with senior leadership team/program staff, and health center openings/tours and manage logistics and secure speakers, if necessary

Manage peer-to-peer solicitation efforts in support of fundraising events

Support third-party fundraisers that benefit PPIL, PPIA, PPIA PAC, PPIA IE PAC, and PPI Votes

Provide on-site leadership for all day-of logistics at PPIL and PPIA-run events

Manage event software set-up and ensure a smooth and efficient registration process and raffle sales (pre-event and at event)

Manage relationships with event vendors, including venue, caterer, AV company, photographer, special guest/featured speaker’s team, and security

Manage event committees and co-chair outreach, communications, and reporting

Work with PPIL’s volunteer lead to secure and train day-of-event volunteers

Work with Database Manager to ensure timely event tracking and gift entry in the donor database, as well as reconciliation of event revenue leading up to the event and post-event

Manage event follow-up, including donor communications, a post-event debrief, and reports on event ROI

Secure raffle items for an engaging on-site fundraising experience

Serve as the team lead for EveryAction (email, donation, and registration platform) and on a leadership team comprised of affiliate and national team members, which includes attending trainings, and collaborating with PPIL teams on EveryAction targeted emails and reports manager

In collaboration with the Director of Development, develop and manage stewardship program to engage donors throughout the calendar year through events, mailings, and personal outreach

Work with PPIA Future of Choice Committee on their annual fundraising event and other fundraising activities

Through these activities demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to PPIL core values of access, activism, care, confidentiality, diversity, excellence, integrity, respect, self-determination, and stewardship; practice these values in relations with internal and external customers

Qualification

Fundraising experienceEvent planningFundraising softwareMicrosoft Office SuiteCanvaVerbal communicationWritten communicationTeam playerAttention to detailCreativity

Required

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required

A minimum of three years of fundraising experience with event planning experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

A self-motivated team player who can energize and lead both staff and volunteers

Dedication, flexibility, attention to detail and creativity a must

Must be willing to maintain a flexible work schedule including evening and weekend hours and limited state-wide travel

Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license

All candidates must have a commitment to operating goals of Planned Parenthood and possess the ability to contribute to the overall goals of the development department and organization