Donor Events Lead: Gala & Stewardship

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan options

Job summary

The University of Minnesota Arboretum seeks an Events Coordinator to support donor events, including the Gala in the Gardens, and drive stewardship initiatives. You will work with the Events & Stewardship Manager and volunteers to plan elements, engage donors, and meet fundraising goals.

You will coordinate communications, event logistics, and budgeting while developing marketing plans and expanding donor engagement. A team-based, inclusive culture is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstration of excellent interpersonal skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, organize work, and follow through independently.
• Strong data orientation and aptitude in managing data to achieve objectives.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning the Gala in the Gardens annual signature fundraising event.
• Assist in organizing the Gala in the Gardens Planning Committee.
• Plan donor stewardship and engagement events and related activities.
• Develop internal and external event reports and manage defined budgets.
• Coordinate post-gala guest follow-up and vendor engagement.
• Gather, compare and analyze data from events to improve donor experience and efficiency.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Task prioritization

Data orientation

Attention to detail

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Salesforce

Auction software

Donor databases

Job description

The University of Minnesota Arboretum seeks an Events Coordinator to support donor events, including the Gala in the Gardens, and drive stewardship initiatives. You will work with the Events & Stewardship Manager and volunteers to plan elements, engage donors, and meet fundraising goals.

You will coordinate communications, event logistics, and budgeting while developing marketing plans and expanding donor engagement. A team-based, inclusive culture is emphasized.