Catholic School Advancement Events Manager

Diocese of Grand Rapids; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Holidays and Paid Time Off

Tuition discount up to 80% after 1st 年

Job summary

West Catholic High School is seeking a full-time event manager to plan and execute events for the advancement team, including community-wide fundraising and admissions events. The role supports donors, alumni, and family relations, manages budgets, and collaborates with Marketing on event materials.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience with revenue-generating events, strong communication, and a growth mindset to innovate within a Catholic education context.

Qualifications

• Ability to set and meet realistic goals, prioritize tasks, and evaluate and report results.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• CRM software experience is preferred.
• Ability to handle donor information with tact and sensitivity, confidential and professional.
• Professional presentation with attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Strategically plan, execute, and oversee all aspects of fundraisers and stewardship events.
• Organize workflow for capital campaigns as needed, not annually.
• Provide support for donors, alumni, and parent relations events.
• Budget expenses and income for all events.
• Facilitate group discussions and provide instruction, conflict resolution and problem-solving solutions.
• Mentor student leaders and provide career exploration.
• Attend Development Committee meetings and work with volunteer event subcommittees
• Manage adult and student volunteers for on- and off-campus events.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications on event materials.
• Conduct administrative tasks and scheduling for the advancement team.
• Provide support to the Advancement Team with general office duties.

Skills

Event planning

Fundraising

Donor relations

Team leadership

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

West Catholic High School is seeking a full-time event manager to plan and execute events for the advancement team, including community-wide fundraising and admissions events. The role supports donors, alumni, and family relations, manages budgets, and collaborates with Marketing on event materials.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience with revenue-generating events, strong communication, and a growth mindset to innovate within a Catholic education context.