Events Activation Manager

About the role

Join CASL as the Events Activation Manager and make a difference by bringing people together and creating meaningful community experiences. This role serves as a key bridge between CASL and community members, volunteers, partners, and supporters, increasing visibility and fostering engagement through strategic partnerships, volunteerism, and community-centered activations.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers a salary range of $60,000 - $70,000 annually, reflective of experience and qualifications. Join CASL and unlock a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your loved ones. As a full-time employee, you'll enjoy a range of options tailored to your needs.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11+ Paid Holidays, including Lunar New Year and Juneteenth
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your household

What You’ll Impact

As the Events Activation Manager, you will:

• Create meaningful opportunities for community members, volunteers, partners, and sponsors to engage with CASL's mission.
• Strengthen community relationships, increase organizational visibility, and support fundraising and outreach efforts through strategic activations.
• Build sustainable partnerships and engagement opportunities that expand CASL's reach and long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies to enhance community engagement and partnership building.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Community Development, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in event management, community engagement, or a related field.
• Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with fundraising and grant writing.
• Knowledge of community organizing and coalition-building.

Skills

Essential:

• Strategic planning and implementation.
• Community outreach and engagement.
• Event coordination and management.
• Collaboration and partnership building.
• Project management and time management.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Full benefits package included, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plan, generous paid time off, 11+ paid holidays, flexible spending account (FSA) & health savings account (HSA), life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage, commuter benefits, and employee assistance program (EAP).

Pay

$60,000 - $70,000/year

Schedule

Standard Monday-Friday schedule

Location

Based in Chinatown, Chicago