Events Manager

CENTER FOR CHILD PROTECTION•Austin, TX

13d•$63,000 - $67,000

About The Position

The Events Manager at the Center for Child Protection is responsible for the planning, execution, and oversight of multiple special events of various sizes. This role requires exceptional project management skills, collaborative engagement with internal departments, external committees, and donors, as well as a passion for creating impactful experiences that support the mission of protecting and supporting children.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years’ work experience in non-profit event management or similar experience
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in working with donors, committees, and team members
Creative problem-solving abilities and keen attention to detail
Proficiency in event management software and Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of fundraising principles and donor stewardship

Responsibilities

Plan successful annual & third-party fundraising events and activities
Lead designated Board event committee meetings and work with Event Chair(s) to plan and execute the event
Track event sponsorships, collect payments, and manage event budget
Accurately process in-kind goods and services, income and expenditures related to events
Identify event volunteer requirements for event preparation, execution, clean up and follow-up. Work directly with the Volunteer Associate on roles and fulfillment
Coordinate with Marketing to oversee event design, promotional collateral, and support the development of sales strategies for assigned events
Cultivate relationships with donors and outside contacts to coordinate third-party event logistics
Identify needs and manage event logistics through marketing materials, transaction pages, speaker coordination, tabling, attendance, social media recognition, volunteer support, etc
Analyze and recommend improvements to fundraising events to maximize net revenues and community awareness
Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, vendors, and donors, ensuring all promised benefits are fulfilled, and participating in stewardship activities, including thank you notes
Assist with the management of other annual fundraising events, as needed
Attend monthly staff meetings
Provide support services via program coverage, as needed
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the mission, core values and vision of the organization and the children’s advocacy model
Perform other duties as assigned