Events Manager

Events ManagerSan Jose (Hybrid)$91,1190 - $102,500 annuallyESSENTIAL DUTIES Leads the strategic development, management, and implementation of fundraising and cultivation/stewardship events for PPMM’s c3 and c4 organizations.Develops and meets measurable event goals (key performance indicators) in alignment with departmental and strategic goalsCreate and manage event budgets, reporting, and post-event analysisServe as key member of event committeesSupervise Events Specialist and Event Associate positionsAdhere to affiliate policies, procedures and practicesFor c4 events, create reports that conform with proper campaign contribution compliance regulationsManage event talent, honorees, and outside consultantsCollaborate with Event Consultant working on signature events to ensure clear division of evolving roles and responsibilitiesLead signature event meetings in close collaboration with the Event ConsultantCreate and manage departmental events calendarReview and approve vendor contracts from business perspectiveOversee Legal’s vendor contract approval processEnsure timely insurance and payment of vendorsEnsure collaboration with the Safety & Security Team to ensure event safety Create individual and corporate sponsorship packages for events Track event payments in online system and liaise with finance to ensure timely payment Assist in the recruitment and management of events volunteers Assist with on-site production, set up and clean up for events as necessary Coordinates event gift entry and acknowledgments with Operations Manager and DevOps team Oversees quality control for events data in database NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES Works with/supervises volunteers/interns as applicable.Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Ability to perform the duties described above. A typical means of acquiring those abilities would be: BA/BS degree. Minimum of five years fundraising experience in a non-profit setting. Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Outcome-driven, with the ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required. Database experience a plus. REQUIREMENTS Knowledge of professional practices and theories of fundraising. Supervisory and team building skills Ability to prepare budgets, plans and financial reports. Extremely organized, precise, and detail-oriented Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent decision-making, priority-setting and organizational skills. Ability to work in high stress environment. Familiarity with fundraising software. High energy, flexibility, demonstrated creativity Ability to take direction and work as a team member, while maintaining a positive outlook under pressure. Excellent and effective writing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills. Ability to relate professionally to major donors, staff and the public and to collaborate with diverse groups. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Availability to work nights, weekends, and travel as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.