Manager Philanthropy Events
About the team
At Canine Companions, we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As an employee, you'll help provide independence to individuals, while also giving a dog a meaningful job. Our commitment to our mission is reflected in our equally strong dedication to our employees.
Employee Benefits
Employer-Paid Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits for staff
Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays annually, including an Inclusion Holiday, plus 17 paid days off (PTO) during your first year
Retail Savings: Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan
Community Engagement: Additional paid hours to volunteer within your community
Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs: Support for both professional and personal well-being
Inclusion and Diversity Committee: Dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
Key Responsibilities
Event Planning: Plan, coordinate, organize and lead regional events that will raise the funding requirements of the regional budget
Cook up all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, catering, entertainment, décor, and audio/visual requirements
Manage event timelines, ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule
Volunteer Management: Train volunteers in event protocol in accordance with Canine Companions’ procedures. Oversee and evaluate the ongoing work performance of volunteers and follow up with recognition and thank-you letters
Committee Support & Leadership: Lead volunteers, appropriate staff, and event chairs to implement and grow participation and revenue for events. Coordinate and provide support to event committees through administrative tasks and coaching, including oversight of communications
Communications: Responsible for event communications, including creation and/or editing of event and sponsorship communications and updating website information. Oversee informational emails and communication for event committees and volunteers
Fundraising: Work with the philanthropy team to identify, solicit, and follow up with prospective sponsors to secure financial and in-kind donations. Steward existing event sponsors and support committee members to do the same. Provide support for fundraising activities including sponsorship acknowledgment and donor cultivation. Develop sponsorship agreements with vendors, businesses, and conduct donor/sponsorship research
Administrative & Reporting: Create, manage, and maintain documentation, agreements, and internal communications to support event and volunteer activities. Generate reports and maintain records to track event performance, volunteer engagement, and fundraising progress
Qualifications
Must Have:
- Ability to perform several tasks concurrently, time management, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage, network, train and motivate staff, volunteers and clientele
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Ability to organize and maintain detailed records; complete necessary paperwork and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including public speaking
- Ability to work in a team environment
Nice to Have:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience event planning experience
- Event planning management experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, public relations, non-profit or a related field, or equivalent experience
Compensation
Salary Range: $70,500-$72,500 annually
Inclusion and Diversity Commitment
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
Accommodation Request
If you need accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring all applicants have equal access to the opportunity to succeed.