Development Officer, Special Events

Staffing Boutique is pleased to notify you of a new direct hire job opportunity as a Development Officer, Special Events. 

If interested, please respond to this posting ASAP with your resume attached as a Word or PDF document.

Organization Type: Education
Work Location: Newark, NJ
Start Date: ASAP
Schedule: Monday through Friday (Mon & Wed required in-office, 2 days work from home with one additional day in office) 
Hours: 9 am - 5 pm EST 
Salary: $65,000 plus benefits 
Description:

The Development Officer, Special Events manages two key annual fundraising events. The role also supports building and maintaining strong relationships with donors and prospective donors.

Reporting to the Vice President, Development, the Development Officer develops and implements a comprehensive events calendar to achieve annual event fundraising goals. Additionally, the Development Officer will provide support as needed for other events throughout the year.

The Development Officer for Special Events is a highly visible representative and must have the ability to represent the organization in a professional and positive manner. This individual’s ability to effectively work with colleagues, donors, and the business community are critical to the success of the Development department and therefore directly impacts the ability of the organization to achieve its mission.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Production and management of two annual fundraising events including a Benefit and Golf Outing

• Maintain communication with appropriate constituencies (Trustees, event honorees, event chairs, committees, alumni, etc.) to plan the events and build attendance

• Work with Development and Communications teams regarding solicitation and

acknowledgment letters, invitation, ad journal, awards, signage, guest speakers, program,photos/videos, and social media

• Coordinate mailing schedules for save the dates, invitations, invitation and event follow-up

• Identify, communicate with, and manage suppliers and vendors for events

• Maintain and develop relationships with donors of financial and in-kind gifts

• Coordinate silent, live auctions and raffles at events

• Work with Development Officer, Individual Donors and Database to ensure accurate records

• Manage event expenses to stay within budget

• Monitor invoicing, acknowledgements, and follow-up for all gifts

• Reconcile events in a timely and accurate manner

• Conduct post-event analyses, including a timely and detailed P&L for each event

• Provide support for other events throughout the year hosted by other departments along with full-time sta? and volunteers

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• A minimum of 3-years relevant experience in event planning; experience in non-profit events a plus

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• A functional understanding of the applications of Microsoft Office and Raiser’s Edge. Familiarity with FileMaker Pro, InDesign, and social media a plus.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Strength in working with committees and volunteers

• Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to pay close attention to details

• Project management and budgeting skills

• Ability to work independently

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• A strong belief in the value of an excellent education

• Ability to function as a member of a diverse team

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hybrid schedule: minimum two days per week in the Newark office (including Mondays and Wednesdays)

• The position requires attendance at weekly staff meetings, department meetings and all other relevant and job-specific meetings

• Occasional work on weekends and evenings

• Regular travel within NJ

• The position requires a valid driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle for business purposes (reimbursed)

• Use of a personal cell phone (partially reimbursed)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

• Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts

• Commuter Benefits

• 401k retirement Plan with an employer-matching component

• Paid Time Off