Event Manager

About the role

The Events Manager plays a key role in developing and executing a comprehensive event management strategy that supports the goals of the Advancement department. This position is responsible for the planning, coordination, logistics, and execution of fundraising, stewardship, and signature events, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and values. The Events Manager collaborates with leadership, donors, vendors, sponsors, and internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional event experiences, strengthen donor engagement, enhance community outreach, and support the organization's fundraising and philanthropy objectives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with organizational leadership to conceptualize and design compelling in-person events that engage JFS's growing donor base
• Create, manage, and execute detailed work plans for all assigned events, from concept to completion
• Oversee vendor relationships, including reviewing and tracking contracts and managing communications
• Manage event logistics and staff to ensure successful day-of execution and attendee experience
• Track event-related data, metrics, and donor engagement using Raiser's Edge
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with leadership and internal teams throughout the event planning process
• Ensure events support fundraising objectives and enhance donor stewardship efforts
• Implement strategic seating arrangements for special events, balancing guest preferences, organizational priorities, and logistical considerations as well as handling last-minute changes with discretion and efficiency

Requirements

• Proven experience in planning and executing successful in-person events
• Strong background in vendor management and coordination of event logistics
• Demonstrated understanding of fundraising principles and donor engagement strategies
• Prior experience supervising staff or volunteers during events
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and project management skills, with attention to detail and follow-through
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Raiser's Edge or a comparable donor database system
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local Jewish community members and relationships
• Physical requirements: Regularly sit for extended periods of time, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or free to type, use a mouse, and manipulate small components; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear to communicate in person, over the phone, or with others in a potentially noisy environment. Occasional standing required.

Skills

• Knowledge of local Jewish community members and relationships
• Physical requirements: Regularly sit for extended periods of time, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or free to type, use a mouse, and manipulate small components; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear to communicate in person, over the phone, or with others in a potentially noisy environment. Occasional standing required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employees
• Generous employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer-covered life insurance

Pay

Total Compensation: In addition to standard pay, compensation for this position includes: Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employees Generous employer 401(k) contributions Employer-covered life insurance

Schedule

Full-Time (37.5+ hours/week), Exempt

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Jewish Family Service of San Diego

Jewish Family Service of San Diego is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community. For over 100 years, Jewish Family Service has been a trusted resource for the entire community, offering an array of services that are always life-changing, and often life-saving. At Jewish Family Service, we believe our employees are the backbone of our Agency. We strive to ensure that each employee is treated with dignity and respect. Our goal is your success. Come work at JFS and be our partner in Moving Forward Together. To learn more about JFS, please visit jfssd.org. *Jewish Family Service is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.