Events and Community Engagement Manager

Events and Community Engagement Manager

Salary range is $60,000 - $65,000 per year.

The Events & Community Engagement Manager is responsible for the effective planning, coordination, and execution of special events such as the annual Champions for Children Gala, Champions for Children Lunch, Champions for Children Lunch/Dinner in Wise County, third-party events, and any additional events developed to meet revenue goals, including but not limited to developing and overseeing the execution of marketing and communication plans for these events. This position works closely with the Volunteer Coordinator to oversee the Volunteer Program and the Marketing Coordinator to create and implement a solid marketing program including social media, written and printed collateral, and branding. This position may supervise some Advancement team members to support the Development Plan to ensure all fundraising and outreach initiatives are met.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement annual and long-term strategic plans for annual and third-party events, including goals, budgets, communications, execution, and evaluation.
• Coordinate and execute all revenue-generating aspects of the events, working with volunteer committees, contracting with outside vendors, and supervising Advancement staff.
• Develop and coordinate print and electronic marketing/communications content with the Marketing Coordinator for consistency across all platforms.
• Direct community outreach and the Advancement Team’s participation in special events, including preparation for, event execution, and post-event acknowledgments.
• Coordinate and participate in site visits, tours, internal, and external presentations communicating the Center’s mission.
• Other duties as assigned.

Travel

This position is based in the Lewisville, TX office. The candidate must be willing to work at all offices (Bridgeport, Lewisville, and Denton) when agency needs arise and will travel to off-site events regularly. This position frequently requires evening hours and occasional weekend work.

Education and Training

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, business, marketing, non-profit management, or a related field is required.

Experience

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in events planning, accounting or database management, non-profit development, and/or another related field.
• Knowledge of Contract Compliance is preferred.
• Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge, Canva, Hootsuite, and Network for Good is preferred.

Benefit Package Includes:

• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) Matching if 21 years of age or older
• Paid Medical Leave and Maternity/Paternity Leave
• and more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.