Events Officer & Third Party Fundraising Lead

Bronson Healthcare

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Events Officer & Third‑Party Fundraising Lead plays a critical role in advancing Bronson Health Foundation’s event‑driven philanthropy by managing all third‑party fundraising events and supporting the execution of Foundation signature events. This role is ideal for an experienced, highly organized events professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, community‑facing environment and excels at working with volunteers, external partners, and internal stakeholders. The Officer ensures that third‑party events are well‑managed, compliant, and supported—while contributing directly to the success and growth of Bronson Health Foundation’s flagship fundraising and stewardship events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, hospitality, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
3–5 years of experience in event planning, third‑party fundraising, nonprofit events, or a related role.
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially when working with volunteers and external partners.
Willingness and availability to work evenings and weekends as required by event schedules.

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare philanthropy or mission‑driven organizations.
Familiarity with nonprofit compliance, event risk management, and brand stewardship.
Experience using CRM systems and event management platforms.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead Foundation liaison for all third‑party fundraising events benefiting Bronson Health Foundation.
Guide external event organizers—including individuals, corporations, and community groups—through Foundation policies, branding standards, and best practices.
Review and approve third‑party event proposals; ensure alignment with Bronson’s mission, values, and reputation standards.
Provide tools, timelines, collateral, and light‑touch support to help third‑party events succeed while maintaining appropriate risk management and oversight.
Track third‑party event activity, revenue, and outcomes; ensure timely reconciliation and reporting of proceeds.
Support the Senior Director and events team in the planning and execution of signature Foundation events, including cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising events.
Assist with logistics such as vendor coordination, timelines, guest communications, registration, run‑of‑show execution, and post‑event follow‑up.
Contribute to high‑quality donor and guest experiences that reflect the professionalism and mission of Bronson Health Foundation.
Work collaboratively with Foundation colleagues, marketing, finance, legal/compliance, and clinical partners to ensure event alignment and execution.
Coordinate event details with internal departments to minimize conflict, duplication, and brand risk.
Support accurate data entry and documentation related to events and external organizers in the CRM.
Assist in post‑event stewardship, including acknowledgements, impact reporting, and recognition of third‑party organizers.
Maintain event calendars, timelines, and documentation to support effective planning and reporting.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance event ROI.