Director of Fundraising events

Desired Skills & Experience

Fundraising Knowledge

• Understanding of nonprofit fundraising strategies such as donor cultivation, sponsorships, ticketed events, auctions, and donation campaigns
• Ability to help identify potential sponsors, partners, and donors
• Experience helping secure sponsorships or donations is a strong plus

Event Planning Experience

• Experience planning or supporting fundraising events such as galas, charity dinners, auctions, or community fundraisers
• Ability to coordinate event logistics (venue research, timelines, invitations, guest lists, vendors)
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Relationship Building

• Comfortable reaching out to potential sponsors, donors, or community partners
• Ability to represent SAFE Worldwide professionally and communicate our mission clearly
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills

Helpful but not required:

• Experience promoting events through social media, email campaigns, or community outreach
• Ability to help develop messaging that inspires people to support conservation

Time Commitment (Example)

• Approximately 3–5 hours per week
• Additional time leading up to major fundraising events