Development and Events Foundation Specialist

Charlottesville, VA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

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Job Summary

Own the planning and execution of events and fundraising campaigns, manage partnerships with The Women’s Committee, and drive data-driven reporting and donor engagement.

  • Oversee calendar, logistics, and registrations
  • Develop campaigns and reporting to grow revenue and membership

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Event Planning and Execution
  • Oversee a calendar of special events:
  • Manage planning, logistics, venue sourcing and coordination, catering, AV setup, event rentals, budget management, while maximizing return on investment.
  • Supervise event set-up and teardown, ensuring adherence to organizational standards.
  • Manage event registrations, communications, and attendance through Blackbaud and Constant Contact CRM systems.
  • Serve as the primary staff liaison for The Women’s Committee (TWC), a volunteer organization of the foundation that raises money and awareness of women’s health disparities:
  • Develop, organize, and execute fundraising campaigns and renewal initiatives that drive both revenue and membership growth.
  • Support the committee’s efforts through strategic mission messaging, event management, and targeted outreach to enhance member engagement and volunteerism.
  • Ensure success by preparing for events, boosting volunteer participation, and providing comprehensive campaign reporting to foster ongoing growth and continued success.
  • Maintain accurate data and track event participants in donor management systems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required OR
  • 6 years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirement
  • 2 years' experience in data entry and database management; experience with fundraising CRMs (Raiser’s Edge or similar) strongly preferred
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with demonstrated ability to manage data, reports, and documentation. Experience with website content management. Adobe Acrobat is a plus but not a requirement
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy
  • Excellent organizational, written communication, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
  • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
  • Emergency Backup Care
  • Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k/403B with Employer Match
  • Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
  • Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

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Current headcount: ~466

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