Director, Premier Donor Events and Partnership Activations

National Geographic Society • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Advancement team cultivates, solicits, and stewards individuals, as well as foundation, government and corporate partners who invest in the Society to drive impact through science, technology, education, exploration, and storytelling. The team collaborates with Society teams – and often works closely with NGP/Disney – to build transformative and impact-driven strategic partnerships. The team also produces global events that deepen connections and leverage the Society’s power to convene, and directs robust annual, major and planned giving programs empowering the Society with a broad base of public support. The Global Special Events team of the National Geographic Society is responsible for developing and producing high quality, impactful events that use the power of convening to drive programmatic outcomes, further visibility for our executives, programs, sponsors and Explorers, and build donor loyalty and philanthropic support. The Director, Premier Donor Events and Partnership Activations is responsible for mapping, planning and executing the strategy for mission and donor centric events hosted by National Geographic Society, both internationally and domestically. Working in partnership with the Global Special Events, Leadership Giving and Institutional Partnership teams, this position is responsible for designing elevated experiences for philanthropic stakeholders of the Society, including the Board of Trustees and members of signature affinity groups. This role will carry a portfolio of events while also overseeing managers on the Global Special Events Team. The Director, Premier Donor Events and Partnership Activations reports to the Vice President, Global Special Events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years in event programming, production, marketing experience or relevant experience.
• Ability to attend evening and weekend events, as well as travel domestically or internationally to support on-site event execution
• Effective written and oral communication skills; proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely to various audiences’ enterprise-wide
• Excellent critical thinking skills and ability to handle emergency situations, demonstrating sound judgment under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to deliver results with managing competing priorities under tight deadlines
• Proactive, self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work with diplomacy and tact at all times
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with event registration platforms and donor management software is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Planning and Execution for NGS Premier Donor Events (25%)
• Design and Manage Activations for Institutional Partner audiences (25%)
• Manage MOE VIP Events and Pre-Trip Activities in DC (25%)
• Staff Management (25%)

Benefits

• The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package.
• Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.
• The salary range for this position accounts for a wide range of factors including but not limited to organizational need; specific skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and more.
• At the National Geographic Society, individuals are typically hired at or near the starting point of the salary range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
• In addition, the National Geographic Society offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; engaging and comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment; flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.); paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; Lifestyle Spending Account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy; employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit; and a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director