Senior Manager II, Market Events

About the role

Responsible for leading the strategy, planning, and execution of a $750,000+ event fundraising portfolio. Drives revenue growth through advanced relationship management, strategic donor engagement, and volunteer leadership development. Expands impact by strengthening pipelines and aligning event fundraising with broader organizational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Builds and elevates relationships with high-impact donors, sponsors, and volunteer leaders to drive increased revenue and retention (35%).
• Leads complex event portfolios, ensuring strong execution, financial performance, and participant experience (20%).
• Develops and implements strategies to grow revenue, expand donor pipelines, and increase long-term engagement (20%).
• Aligns event partners and participants to broader cultivation strategies, advancing movement through the donor pipeline (10%).
• Analyzes performance trends and identifies opportunities for growth and optimization (10%).
• Provides guidance and leadership to peers or project teams as needed (5%).

Requirements

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s in related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of successful experience in fundraising and relationship development.
• Demonstrated success managing larger, more complex fundraising portfolios.
• Advanced relationship-building and donor engagement skills.
• Ability to develop and implement growth strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence without authority and lead through others.
• Strong financial and performance management skills.
• Ability to identify and act on opportunities to expand impact.

Travel Requirements

Travel varies depending on the portfolio assignment and event staffing model. Must be able to attend evening and weekend meetings, events, and programs either remotely or in-person depending on the portfolio assignment.

Physical Requirements

Some lifting may be needed as part of event set-up activities.

Pay

The starting rate is $70,000 to $80,000 annually. The final candidate's relevant experience and skills will be considered before an offer is extended.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off policy.
• Medical and dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Wellness programs.
• Professional development programs to enhance staff skills.

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