Manager Philanthropy Events

CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE, INC. • Oceanside, CA

5d • $70,500 - $72,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager Philanthropy Events is responsible for planning, organizing and executing impactful fundraising events within the region, including galas, graduations, volunteer appreciation gatherings, and other mission-driven activities. Serving as the regional events lead, it provides strategic guidance to regional and headquarters leadership to ensure alignment with organizational goals. The position drives financial success by securing corporate sponsorships, cultivating auction donors, and stewarding donor relationships. This position plays an ambassadorial role, representing Canine Companions at events and in the community to increase awareness and support for our mission. The primary goal is to maximize fundraising outcomes, strengthen donor engagement, and enhance the visibility of the Canine Companion’s mission in the region.

Requirements

• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage, network, train and motivate staff, volunteers and clientele.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to organize and maintain detailed records; complete necessary paperwork and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including public speaking.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience event planning experience
• Event planning management experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, public relations, non-profit or a related field, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, organize and lead regional events that will raise the funding requirements of the regional budget.
• Coordinate all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, catering, entertainment, décor, and audio/visual requirements.
• Manage event timelines, ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule.
• Train volunteers in event protocol in accordance with Canine Companions’ procedures.
• Oversee and evaluate the ongoing work performance of volunteers and follow up with recognition and thank-you letters.
• Lead volunteers, appropriate staff, and event chairs to implement and grow participation and revenue for events.
• Coordinate and provide support to event committees through administrative tasks and coaching, including oversight of communications.
• Support, encourage, and oversee various volunteer chapter event activities.
• Responsible for event communications, including creation and/or editing of event and sponsorship communications and updating website information.
• Oversee informational emails and communication for event committees and volunteers.
• Work with the philanthropy team to identify, solicit, and follow up with prospective sponsors to secure financial and in-kind donations.
• Steward existing event sponsors and support committee members to do the same.
• Provide support for fundraising activities including sponsorship acknowledgment and donor cultivation.
• Develop sponsorship agreements with vendors, businesses, and conduct donor/sponsorship research.
• Create, manage, and maintain documentation, agreements, and internal communications to support event and volunteer activities.
• Generate reports and maintain records to track event performance, volunteer engagement, and fundraising progress.

Benefits

• Employer-Paid Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits for staff
• Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays annually, including an Inclusion Holiday, plus 17 paid days off (PTO) during your first year
• Retirement Savings: Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan
• Community Engagement: Additional paid hours to volunteer within your community
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs: Support for both professional and personal well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree