Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) · 18 hours ago
Development Events Manager
New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expPerelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) is a newly opened venue dedicated to celebrating artistic expression and community engagement in New York City. They are seeking a Development Events Manager to oversee the planning and execution of donor events, cultivate donor relationships, and support fundraising efforts through impactful events.
Performing Arts
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, coordinate, and manage 20-30 donor events annually, acting as the liaison between PAC NYC, donors, vendors, and external stakeholders, with full responsibility for timelines, accuracy, budgets, and execution
Serve as internal lead for PAC NYC’s annual Gala, coordinating RSVPs, tracking, briefings, and internal workflows in partnership with external leads
Through seamless donor experiences, engage a network of new and existing donors, with a view to securing gifts at all levels
Ideate and implement donor event strategy to support departmental fundraising goals and long-term donor cultivation
Manage, support and motivate a Development Events Coordinator
Develop, manage, and track event budgets in collaboration with senior Development leadership, ensuring all events are delivered on time and within approved financial parameters
Lead internal and cross-departmental event meetings with clear agendas, documented decisions, and follow-through
Oversee all event materials, including invitations, donor event correspondence, run of show documents, scripts, seating plans, and vendor schedules, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely distribution
Ensure donor-facing spaces and experiences are fully prepared prior to guest arrival, including staffing, signage, technical needs, and vendor readiness
Attend all assigned donor events, including evenings and weekends as required, to oversee on-site execution and address issues in real time
In collaboration with the Director of Development, responsible for achieving and reporting on target revenue goals as generated by donor events
Work with Development Operations regarding list and donor data management
Track event RSVPs and assist with seating
Manage vendors and third-party service providers, ensuring contracts are fulfilled and services delivered as agreed
Oversee and guide the preparation of donor face sheets and leadership briefing materials for event attendees, ensuring accuracy and strategic relevance
Ensure Development Coordinators produce accurate and timely donor research, attendance reports, and briefing materials in collaboration with Development Operations and Individual Giving
Prepare curated leadership briefings highlighting key donors and prospects for executive engagement
Maintain accurate records, post-event reports, and follow-up plans in collaboration with Individual Giving to support ongoing donor cultivation. Direct internal staff and vendors involved in event planning and execution
Develop and maintain an extensive network of internal and external contacts to facilitate event coordination
Determine staffing needs for donor events. Authorize or secure additional staff as required
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Qualification
Required
5+ years in donor and/or fundraising events management and execution
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
A team player who doesn't look at any task as too small
Strong budgeting and financial management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Proficiency in social media platforms and content management
Proficiency in using donor databases and CRM software (e.g., Spektrix) to produce accurate lists, reports, and donor briefing materials
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Passion for the performing arts and a commitment to PAC NYC's mission
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life
Accidental death and dismemberment and disability benefits
Self-insured dental, vision and health care and dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Paid time off
401K enrollment with employer match
Company
Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC)
Long envisioned as a major international cultural institution in the heart of Lower Manhattan, the Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) is the final element and cultural keystone of the 2003 plan developed during Mike Bloomberg’s tenure as mayor to rebuild the World Trade Center site after the tragedy on 9/11.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Robert J. Pilon, Jr.
Chief Development and Marketing Officer
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