Stewardship and Special Events Manager
About The Position
PAFA is seeking a Stewardship and Special Events Manager to execute high-impact fundraising events, exhibition openings, and donor engagement strategies that strengthen relationships, inspire philanthropy, and advance the mission of one of the nation's premier art institutions. The Stewardship and Special Events Manager leads the strategy and execution of PAFA's donor events and stewardship program, supporting fundraising goals and deepening donor engagement. This role manages a portfolio of high-impact experiences-including fundraising events, exhibition openings, and cultivation programs-while overseeing donor communications, recognition, and stewardship systems. Working closely with the Director of Individual Giving and Major Gifts and Corporate Relations Officer, the Manager plays a key role in creating and implementing meaningful donor engagement that drives revenue, strengthens relationships, and advances PAFA's mission.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- 3–5 years of experience managing development events and working with donors
- Volunteer management experience required
- Demonstrated ability to plan and execute fundraising and stewardship events
- Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience collaborating with marketing on event communications and promotions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor databases; Raiser's Edge NXT preferred
Nice To Haves
- Strategic and creative thinker with strong execution skills
- Relationship-driven with professionalism and sound judgment
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-focused
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute PAFA's fundraising and cultivation events from concept through post-event reporting
- Manage budgets, revenue goals, sponsorships, auctions, and logistics
- Partner with staff and volunteers to meet or exceed annual revenue targets
- Plan and execute exhibition openings, affinity group programs, and donor cultivation events
- Ensure high-quality, personalized donor experiences across all touchpoints
- Support Director of Individual Giving in managing event committees, including recruitment, engagement, and meeting facilitation
- Serve as administrative support to the Women's Committee
- Oversee donor communications, including personalized high-touch acknowledgments and impact reporting
- Manage donor recognition across print, digital, and onsite platforms
- Oversee invitations and event materials in partnership with Marketing
- Ensure consistent messaging and effective promotion of Development events
- Develop and manage stewardship workflows to support consistent donor engagement
- Track activity and ensure follow-through in Raiser's Edge NXT
- Partner with Development colleagues to support high-touch cultivation and stewardship strategies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
