Job Description
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Senior Manager of Development Events will plan and execute high quality engagement and cultivation experiences for prospective and current supporters, Board Members, community partners, volunteers, as well as other development stakeholders across the KIPP Texas network. Success in this position fuels the new donor pipeline, supporter retention, increased giving, in-kind giving, and manages all aspects of stakeholder development event opportunities. The Senior Manager of Development Events, in collaboration with the Manager of Development Events across regions, the Development Events Assistant, Director of Development Events, and Senior Director of Development Events is charged with an annual fundraising goal of at least $2MM to support the Capital Campaign. As an ambassador of the KIPP mission and brand, they’re responsible for raising public awareness about KIPP Texas through fundraising events in Houston while lending support to Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, adaptability, a positive attitude, and will be adept at building both internal and external relationships.
This position will work closely with each regional Director of Development, and Senior Development Manager to appropriately coordinate and provide local and statewide donor engagement support through fundraising events.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, plan, and execute engagement opportunities through regional events in Houston including small donor engagement events whether for fundraising, cultivation, or stewardship
• Lend project management support to event teammates across regions
• Manage a diverse set of talent and voices from ambassadors, teachers, students, alumni and other stakeholders for development fundraising purposes
• Work with the Development fundraising team, event Co-Chairs, and/or committees to ensure that financial goals are reached through pledges, direct donations, table sales, etc.
• Manage all aspects of events including, but not limited to: negotiating contracts with vendors through the support of the Development Events Assistant, producing the program and donor experience from beginning to end of the event, managing the event budget, marketing collateral used for event outreach/promotion, stakeholder management, etc.
• Collaborate with other departments, Development team members, and KIPP Texas leadership team to produce event related outcomes such as but not limited to: tracking and reconciling pledged gift amounts and expenses with accounts receivable, secure donations for event specific fundraising activities such as silent/live auction, creating and managing the design and distribution of event promotional materials
• Travel required
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience in event coordination
Skills and Qualifications
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work both on broad-based strategy and everyday details
• Ability to manage a timeline and to meet pertinent deadlines
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong follow-up and follow-through skills necessary
• Ability to multi-task, to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals, and to initiate process improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge fundraiser and donor software
• Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits
Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise.
As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas’ benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans starting as low as $25/month.
KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, ****** orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability
The Senior Manager of Development Events will plan and execute high quality engagement and cultivation experiences for prospective and current supporters, Board Members, community partners, volunteers, as well as other development stakeholders across the KIPP Texas network. Success in this position fuels the new donor pipeline, supporter retention, increased giving, in-kind giving, and manages all aspects of stakeholder development event opportunities. The Senior Manager of Development Events, in collaboration with the Manager of Development Events across regions, the Development Events Assistant, Director of Development Events, and Senior Director of Development Events is charged with an annual fundraising goal of at least $2MM to support the Capital Campaign. As an ambassador of the KIPP mission and brand, they’re responsible for raising public awareness about KIPP Texas through fundraising events in Houston while lending support to Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, adaptability, a positive attitude, and will be adept at building both internal and external relationships.
This position will work closely with each regional Director of Development, and Senior Development Manager to appropriately coordinate and provide local and statewide donor engagement support through fundraising events.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, plan, and execute engagement opportunities through regional events in Houston including small donor engagement events whether for fundraising, cultivation, or stewardship
• Lend project management support to event teammates across regions
• Manage a diverse set of talent and voices from ambassadors, teachers, students, alumni and other stakeholders for development fundraising purposes
• Work with the Development fundraising team, event Co-Chairs, and/or committees to ensure that financial goals are reached through pledges, direct donations, table sales, etc.
• Manage all aspects of events including, but not limited to: negotiating contracts with vendors through the support of the Development Events Assistant, producing the program and donor experience from beginning to end of the event, managing the event budget, marketing collateral used for event outreach/promotion, stakeholder management, etc.
• Collaborate with other departments, Development team members, and KIPP Texas leadership team to produce event related outcomes such as but not limited to: tracking and reconciling pledged gift amounts and expenses with accounts receivable, secure donations for event specific fundraising activities such as silent/live auction, creating and managing the design and distribution of event promotional materials
• Travel required
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience in event coordination
Skills and Qualifications
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work both on broad-based strategy and everyday details
• Ability to manage a timeline and to meet pertinent deadlines
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong follow-up and follow-through skills necessary
• Ability to multi-task, to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals, and to initiate process improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge fundraiser and donor software
• Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines
Additional Information
Compensation and Benefits
Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise.
As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas’ benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans starting as low as $25/month.
KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, ****** orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Manager of Development Events position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Houston offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.
