What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Manager position at Abilis?
About Abilis
Founded in 1951, Abilis is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides programs and services for children and adults of all abilities, from birth throughout their lives. Abilis is one of only 11 organizations licensed by the State of Connecticut to provide autism-specific diagnostic and intensive interventions to the Birth to Three age group. With day programs, transition programs, employment programs and residential programs, Abilis is a leader in providing state-of-the-art services for the special needs community in Fairfield County and has a long-standing reputation for high quality care.
Role Description
Abilis is seeking a full-time Event Manager, this position reports directly to the Senior Vice President of Development and is an in-person role based in Greenwich. The Event Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing events both internally and externally with fundraising goals ranging from $30,000 to $450,000.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- At least 3 years of fundraising and/or event management experience
- Event planning, coordination, and management skills
- Experience with online event platforms
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with individuals of all abilities
- Superior customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with donors, board members, volunteers, and program participants
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as necessary
Salary : $30,000 - $450,000
