Philanthropy Events & Donor Engagement Manager - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance • San Diego, CA

13h

About The Position

The Philanthropy Events & Donor Engagement Manager develops strategies and oversees the planning and execution of fund-raising and stewardship events for the Philanthropy Department. This position reports to the Director of Philanthropy Events & Donor Engagement.

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in donor relations, development, marketing, public relations or related field required.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field required.
• Knowledge of fundraising, donor relations and stewardship best practices required.
• Able to operate Philanthropy software such as Raiser's Edge, with the ability to generate complex queries, exports and reports.
• Superior communication and persuasion skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with a wide range of constituents, colleagues and personalities.
• Able to operate moderately complex computer software programs.
• Able to creatively produce effective programming for a variety of audiences.
• Able to apply creating thinking in problem solving situations
• Must be proficient in organization and have experience working on multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Able to provide and receive constructive feedback.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in large event planning and logistics
• Leading and mentoring a team
• Donor relations
• Fundraising development
• Comfortable working both independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for oversight of Donor Engagement Team, including but not limited to, interviewing, hiring, training and performance management.
• Strategize, plan, and implement fund-raising and stewardship events for major donors and prospects.
• Carry out details and logistics of all philanthropic events and lead/participate in future event development.
• Establish and negotiate underwriter benefits, identify and solicit underwriting prospects and is responsible for fulfillment of benefits.

What This Job Offers

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