Fundraising Events Planner

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Networking opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a creative and detail-oriented Fundraising Events Planner to conceptualize, organize, and execute successful fundraising events in Kimberley. This role drives community engagement and supports charitable causes through meticulous planning and hybrid on/off-site coordination.

Responsibilities include budgeting, venue/Vendor management, marketing, and seamless event execution. The position offers a hybrid work structure with opportunities to impact donor engagement and event

Qualifications

• Proven experience in event planning and management, with a focus on fundraising events.
• Strong project management, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with the event landscape and vendor community in Kimberley.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office applications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of fundraising events, including galas, auctions, and community gatherings.
• Develop event budgets, manage expenses, and ensure financial targets are met.
• Secure venues, vendors, and entertainment, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality service.
• Manage event logistics, including registration, staffing, catering, and AV requirements.
• Develop and implement marketing and promotional strategies for events.
• Oversee event set-up, execution, and tear-down, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.

Skills

Event planning

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Vendor coordination

Hybrid work

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Fundraising Events Planner to conceptualize, organize, and execute successful fundraising events in the Kimberley area. This role is pivotal in generating vital funds and increasing community engagement for our client's charitable causes. You will manage all aspects of event planning, from initial ideation to post-event analysis. This position offers a hybrid work structure, allowing for productive remote planning and essential on-site coordination within Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of fundraising events, including galas, auctions, and community gatherings.
• Develop event budgets, manage expenses, and ensure financial targets are met.
• Secure venues, vendors, and entertainment, negotiating contracts and ensuring quality service.
• Manage event logistics, including registration, staffing, catering, and AV requirements.
• Develop and implement marketing and promotional strategies for events.
• Oversee event set-up, execution, and tear-down, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event planning and management, with a focus on fundraising events.
• Strong project management, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with the event landscape and vendor community in Kimberley .
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Proficiency in event management software and standard office applications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for event-based bonuses.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunity to create memorable events that support important causes in Northern Cape .
• Professional development and networking opportunities in the events industry.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.