Development Director - Special Events (40716)

Greater St. Louis Area Council•Ladue, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to the Director of Development and serves on the Development team. This individual is responsible for executing special events which includes but is not limited to: recruiting and managing committees, meeting sponsorship/fundraising goals, handling event logistics, and creating communication materials related to events. The Development Director will collaborate with the Director of Development to develop strategies and implement tactics to increase event support that further the mission and advance the goals of Greater St. Louis Area Scouting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 3-5 years of advancement experience
Experience in special event planning and execution
Demonstrated skill in gift solicitation
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Ability to represent the Greater St. Louis Area Scouting to external constituents and work effectively with internal constituents across all levels
Experience in identifying, training and motivating volunteers
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Excellent organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Willingness to work evening and weekend hours as needed
Driver's License (Required)

Nice To Haves

Graphic design experience a plus
Experience with Raiser’s Edge donor software or similar fundraising software a plus

Responsibilities

Manage and lead all aspects of the six council special events as well as look for ways to raise dollars through new special events where applicable.
Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward current and prospective donors who specifically give to special events.
Discover and manage prospects, oversee, and execute the closing of sponsorship asks.
Prospect and build relationships with committee volunteers giving specific attention to event chairs.
Responsible for planning and implementing cultivation events as identified by the Director of Development.
Monitor and prepare budgets and reports related to all special events.
Develop printed materials for all events such as save the dates, invitations, programs and AV at events (i.e., power point, etc.)
Manage online giving as it relates to special events (i.e., online auction).
Assist with other development team initiatives.
Other duties as assigned and as a member of the Development Team.

Benefits

Medical
Prescription coverage
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Accidental death
A defined benefit retirement plan
Family medical leave
Maternity leave
Compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses to include phone and mileage reimbursement
Generous vacation policy
Holiday observances