University of Texas at Austin - Austin, TX

posted 26 days ago

Full-time
Austin, TX
Educational Services

About the position

The Office of Development at the Dell Medical School is looking for Director of Events. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Development Operations & Strategic Initiatives at Dell Medical School, the Director of Events will lead the strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of all fundraising and donor engagement events for the University of Texas Medical Center (UTMC), anchored by Dell Medical School. This role is pivotal in enhancing UTMC's philanthropic efforts, fostering donor relationships, and ensuring the success of high-impact events that support our mission and vision.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive events strategy that aligns with UTMC's fundraising goals and objectives.
  • Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of all major fundraising events, including goals, donor recognition events and community outreach programs.
  • Lead and mentor a team of professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and professional growth.
  • Manage event budgets, ensuring alignment with university and state policies, cost-effective use of resources while maximizing event impact and revenue.
  • Assist in cultivating donor relationships, ensuring event experiences enhance their relationship with UTMC and the University of Texas at Austin.
  • Work closely with the development team, marketing, and communications departments to ensure cohesive and effective event promotion and execution.
  • Analyze event outcomes, prepare detailed reports, and provide recommendations for future improvements.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in event management, marketing, communications, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years in event management within a medical center, academic research center and/or higher education setting.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Demonstrated organizational and project management skills.
  • Demonstrated experience working in a highly complex and dynamic setting.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in event management software and tools.
  • Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and perform at an exceptional level.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex events, concurrently.
  • Creative and strategic thinker.
  • Experience working with high level executives, leadership, and faculty.
  • Passionate about the mission of an academic medical center and committed to making a positive impact.

Nice-to-haves

  • Health care fundraising experience highly preferred.
  • Seven to ten years of direct events management experience and working with VIP stakeholders, board members, and volunteers.
  • Two to three years of experience managing direct reports or teams.
  • Experience with fundraising databases or other prospective donor relations systems, e.g., Raiser's Edge, Sales Force, etc.
  • Personal and professional confidence, accompanied by a sense of humor and empathy toward others.

Benefits

  • Salary range of $95,000+ depending on qualifications.
  • Retirement plan eligibility with Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Program (ORP).
  • Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for.
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