Manager of Development Events

Lead the vision behind PAFA's most high-impact fundraising events; where creativity, strategy, and relationship-building come together to fuel transformational philanthropic support. As Manager of Development Events, you'll shape premier galas and cultivation experiences, engage influential volunteers, and drive revenue-generating moments that elevate the institution's mission.

POSITION: Manager of Development Events

The Manager of Development Events is responsible for the vision and strategic development of events in support of the fundraising initiatives and goals of the development department. The Manager serves as lead planner for a portfolio of events, including PAFA's two cornerstone revenue generating events, the Annual Student Exhibition Preview Party and Annual Fall Gala, and all other cultivation and stewardship events.

The ideal candidate will be creative and innovative, with the ability to conceive and execute high quality special events that meet or exceed annual revenue goals, and will have exemplary relationship building skills with donors and across the institution. The Manager must have volunteer management experience and is responsible for managing PAFA's special events committees and serving as a liaison to PAFA's Women's Committee, in collaboration with the Chief Development Officer.

The Manager of Development Events must display a high level of maturity and personal integrity. The ability to interact comfortably and tactfully with varied internal and external constituencies is essential. Reporting to the Director of Development Operations, the Manager plays a key role on the Development team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Three to five years of experience managing Development events and working with donors at all levels.
• Volunteer management experience required.
• Knowledge and ability to create, execute, support, and oversee a comprehensive series of donor events.
• A strategic thinker who understands how events impact donor engagement and who demonstrates excellent social skills, with large groups as well as with individuals.
• Proven skills and ability to manage multi-phase projects from inception to completion, including the ability to build consensus among team members and balance multiple concurrent priorities.
• Experience partnering with marketing colleagues on collateral materials, digital presence, press releases, and event remarks. Strong understanding and experience with digital marketing pieces, including digital communications and social media.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including the appropriate delegation of responsibilities.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, focused and goal-oriented, with a high level of initiative and energy.
• Adept at problem solving and using judgment in situations requiring independent initiative and tact.
• Solid skills in Word, Outlook, Excel, and Development database management tools; Raiser's Edge NXT knowledge and auction software experience preferred.
• Ability to work flexible and varied hours, including evenings and weekends.

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