National Manager, Strategic Donor Engagement Events

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic event design & execution — 45%
• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of national and international donor events, including Breakthrough T1D's annual Mission Summit.
• Develop compelling event concepts that translate the complexity and excitement of T1D research into emotionally resonant, inspiring experiences for major gift donor audiences.
• Partner with Corporate and Institutional Giving, Leadership Giving, Strategic Philanthropic Communications, and Marketing and Communications teams to ensure events are integrated with broader strategies.
• Collaborate with Meetings and Conference team on venue and city selection, hotel negotiations, and vendor relationship management.
• Manage all event timelines, logistics, vendor contracts, production details, and onsite execution; ensure all components meet the quality standard expected of a principal gift donor audience.
• Manage approval processes for all event components; ensure timely review and stakeholder alignment.
• Support individual hosted events in collaboration with Corporate and Institutional Giving, Leadership Giving, and volunteer leadership — ensuring the CEO, organizational leadership and key volunteers receive exceptional service.

Event communications

• Lead the development and execution of event communication materials for staff, event speakers, and executives, including run-of-show, executive briefings and event-related donor and speaker correspondence, with exceptional attention to detail and quality execution.
• Collaborate with Strategic Philanthropic Communications on event collateral design including invitations, programs, talking points, event-related donor correspondence, printed programs, presentations, and branded event materials — ensuring all materials meet the quality standard expected for a principal gift donor audience.
• Lead event communication planning and execution — ensuring alignment across stakeholders, timelines, messaging, and deliverables.
• Manage RSVP process and maintain accurate mailing lists and event data; oversee coordination of post-event follow-up plans.

Budget, reporting & operations

• Develop and manage event budgets; track expenses and report on actual vs. budget throughout the event cycle.
• Produce post-event reports and outcome summaries; analyze event data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintain event data and pre/post-event reporting processes; support continuous improvement of event systems and workflows.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and data security standards for all donor information.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-touch event planning and management, with demonstrated expertise in designing and executing events for major donor or equivalent high-net-worth audiences.
• Proficiency in Cvent or equivalent event management platform.
• Strong project management skills with exceptional attention to detail; ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills; ability to interact with senior executives, board-level volunteers, and principal gift donors with poise and professionalism.
• Strong written communication skills; ability to write and evaluate event copy that is sophisticated, warm, and donor-appropriate.
• Proficiency in Salesforce or equivalent CRM for data management and RSVP tracking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to travel 20–30% of the time, including occasional international travel.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and data security.
• College degree in a related area or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing events in a healthcare, research, or advocacy organization with scientifically complex content preferred.
• Experience supporting a CEO or C-suite executive in high-visibility external settings preferred.
• Familiarity with campaign fundraising environments and major gift donor dynamics preferred.
• Passion for the mission of Breakthrough T1D and familiarity with the type 1 diabetes community preferred.

Target Salary

$70k - $90k

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• A 403(b) retirement plan
• Voluntary benefits
• Flexible spending and commuter benefit accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life and disability insurance
• Performance-based bonuses
• Generous paid time off

Additional Information

• Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis.
• Breakthrough T1D will comply with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Breakthrough T1D supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.