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Vista Life Innovations · 1 day ago

Development and Events Manager (Fundraising & Donor Engagement)

Madison, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$61K/yr - $61K/yr

Vista Life Innovations is a nonprofit, human services organization supporting individuals with disabilities. They are seeking a Development and Events Manager to plan and execute fundraising events, manage volunteer leadership, and support donor relationships.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate ongoing development and fundraising events/activities, monitor and evaluate successful implementation, and follow through with systems and operations

Create relationships with community members and seek out new sponsors and donations of goods and money to support events and fundraising initiatives

Support donor cultivation, stewardship, and engagement efforts in collaboration with development leadership

Qualification

Event planningFundraising experienceDonor relationsVolunteer managementCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Public Relations, or Nonprofit Management

Prior experience in donor relations and interacting with volunteers in the nonprofit industry

Experience with special events, event planning, and managing all aspects of fundraising events

Valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record as defined by Vista

Benefits

Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family

A variety of paid leaves for eligible employees: Bereavement Leave, Family and Medical Leave and CT Paid Leave

A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)

$20,000 Life Insurance benefit (employer paid after 60 days of employment)

Generous PTO providing eligible employees with paid time off that may be used for sick time, for personal reasons, holidays and vacations; and Hybrid working opportunities for eligible positions

Staff retreats, employee wellness program and company-hosted events

Free and strictly confidential, nationwide network of counselors

Vista offers a free consultative program provided to all employees and retirees aged 60 and above

Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities. Career Path Program for volunteers and interns

Including cancer guardian, pet insurance and more!

Mileage Reimbursement: for all eligible employees