Development and Events Foundation Specialist
Charlottesville, VA (On-site)
Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expFull time
Posted 22 hrs 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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