Special Events Manager

About the role

A national nonprofit is seeking a Special Events Manager (Temp-to-Perm) to lead strategy and execution for its signature fundraising events including a major annual gala and a nationwide 5K. The ideal candidate must have direct experience managing both gala fundraising and 5K events.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all solicitation and sponsorship activities
• Ensure meaningful donor and attendee experiences
• Manage online and onsite giving processes
• Conduct pre- and post-event analysis
• Integrate mission storytelling into all events
• Develop best-practice guidelines for gala and 5K execution
• Cultivate donor relationships through personalized outreach

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree + 5+ years in fundraising, business development, or event management
• Must have direct experience managing both gala fundraising and 5K events
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and project management skills
• CRM and event fundraising platform experience (DonorPerfect preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Pay

Full-Time Salary (upon conversion): $70,000–$80,000 + merit-based bonus

Schedule

Remote: Monday & Friday
Onsite: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)