Special Events Manager

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • New York, NY

15h • $65,000 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research ("the Foundation") is seeking top talent for its Special Events Manager position. Reporting to the Director of Special Events, this position plays a vital role in contributing to the high-quality production of Foundation events across business units. This includes all aspects of event support across a portfolio of special events as well as coordinating logistics for leadership and business unit retreats, the all-staff summit, and other events as needed.

This is a hybrid-flex position that will require in-person attendance at The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s headquarters in New York City.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in event logistics, execution, and stakeholder engagement for high-level events with 500+ in attendance
• Comfortable with data and analytics for special events and fundraising purposes, decision-making deftness, and the ability to problem-solve in a dynamic environment
• Ability to take initiative, incredible attention to detail, and a strong interest in planning and executing first-rate events
• Possess excellent time management, organization skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative environment
• Enthusiasm for being hands-on with all aspects of event preparation and logistics
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in database management and MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Assist team with planning and executing key elements of a portfolio of special events including collateral creation, website development, on-site event support, event invoicing and reconciliation
• Support the all-staff summit, leadership and business unit retreats, as needed, with vendor souring, contract negotiations, scheduling, travel and logistics
• Serve as a key contributor in the project management of special events, providing strategic support and coordination to assist the event leads in planning, execution, and post‑event follow‑up.
• Assist in mailing list reviews when necessary
• Partner with the special events data quality specialist where necessary
• Communicate with attendees and donors to collect appropriate details including guest information
• Coordinate and execute travel planning and itineraries for VIPs and staff
• Assist the Community Fundraising & Events department and campaign team with other events and opportunities that arise, as needed

Benefits

• 15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
• Competitive dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer paid life and disability insurance
• 18 Vacation Days; 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4
• Flexible work environment. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.
• Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed