Events & Sponsorships Coordinator Job at Lutheran Social Services of WI & UP MI
Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI is growing its Fundraising team with an Event & Sponsorship Coordinator.
Reporting to the Church Relations Liaison, the position of Events & Sponsorships Coordinator provides support for the philanthropy team and assistance to other department activities as directed. The Coordinator is directly responsible for managing and implementing high-quality effective fundraising events in support of Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, Inc. The Events & Sponsorships Coordinator will guide event marketing and communication efforts in collaboration with the LSS Communications team.
This position requires a highly relational self-starter with excellent time management skills, strong communication skills, high level attention to detail and ability to remain focused working both in an office and remote/home environment. This position offers the opportunity for growth for the right candidate in donor relations and nonprofit fundraising.
Position is generally M-F first shift, but will require occasional evenings and weekends. Daily work can be done from home.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Develop, plan and implement the agency’s fundraising special events including Partners Circle, donor gatherings and planned giving engagement opportunities.
- Work with agency leadership, and event committees as needed, to plan the scope and format of events; establish and monitor specific event budgets; and solicit financial sponsors and other donations (i.e. auction and raffle items) based on event design.
- Develop planning meeting agendas and facilitate meetings; conduct post-event evaluations and reviews.
- Co-create with colleagues, and volunteer event committees as appropriate, promotional items (invitations, flyers, brochures, sponsor recognition, etc.) and other event communications (run of show, script, presentation materials, etc.).
- Coordinate services for events, including audio visual equipment, accommodation and transportation for speakers, facility reservations, catering needs, signage, displays, special needs accommodations, and event security (if needed).
- Conduct walk through of event facilities to ensure that they meet all event requirements.
- Review event expenses for accuracy, and submit for approval and payment.
- Evaluate, recommend and notify selected vendors after competitive bid process.
- Support, coordinate and engage event committees and volunteers through administrative tasks, communication, scheduling, and record keeping. Recruit and coordinate volunteers to help staff events. Direct staff and volunteers during events.
- Monitor event activities to ensure satisfaction of participants, resolution of any issues that arise, and compliance with applicable regulations and laws.
- Create timely event reports for analysis including revenue and expenses for LSS leadership.
- Provide consultation to other LSS agency events as directed (i.e. ribbon cuttings, briefings, announcements, etc.).
ADDITIONAL AGENCY REQUIREMENTS (Required of all employees):
- Must comply with agency and departmental policies and regulations.
- Must relate to individuals and families of varied ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ages, and economic circumstances with respect and dignity.
- Must support the Mission, Vision and Values of the Agency.
PERKS:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- By being employed with LSS, which is a non-profit agency, you can be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on-time and consistent payments through the income-based re-payment plan.
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Ability to Contribute to 403B
- LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees
- Employee Assistance Program
- Service Awards and Recognition
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Non-Profit Management or related degree, along with a minimum of 2 years’ of related experience with prior events, fundraising/annual fund support, and/or gift solicitation experience is required. In lieu of degree, an equivalent combination of education and related experience will also be considered.
- A passion for human services is required.
- Demonstrated success in donation solicitation (cash, pledge and in-kind).
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge/NXT desired; Microsoft Office Suite required.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills. Ability to relate openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people, and build networks inside and outside of the organization.
- Willingness to take on new challenges with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm, while also able to rebound quickly from setbacks and adversity.
- Able to persuade others and use compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must have a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to communicate both in verbal and written format, effectively and efficiently in job.
COMPUTER SKILLS/TECHNOLOGY:
Moderate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Additional knowledge of computers to allow employee to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TRAVEL: Occasional evening/weekend work required. Ability to travel on day trips as required up to 25%. Limited overnight travel may be required.
LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Education
Preferred- Bachelor Degree or better in Non-Profit Management or related field
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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