Event Manager

Boston Catering & Events; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

$2500 Medical Opt-Out program

Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Veterans Inc. in Worcester is seeking an Event Manager to lead the planning and execution of organizational events. This role requires collaboration with multiple departments to align events with the agency's mission.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in event management, with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Benefits include health insurance, a retirement plan with a match, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of successful event management experience.
• Familiarity with fundraising, nonprofits, and donor engagement is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of events.
• Oversee all logistical elements including venue selection and vendor negotiation.
• Manage event budgets and monitor expenses.
• Coordinate digital promotion and manage event communications.
• Provide on-site management during events.
• Create post-event reports summarizing outcomes and recommendations.

Skills

Event management

Collaboration

Budget management

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

With the belief that they were there when we needed them, so we must be there now that they need us, Veterans Inc., the largest provider of supportive services to Veterans and their families in New England, is seeking to fill the Event Manager position.

Under the general direction of the Director of Fund Development, we are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Event Manager to lead the planning and execution of our organizational events, ensuring they align with agency-wide goals and support our mission-focused community engagement initiatives.

This position is on-site within our Development Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of events from initial concept through post-event wrap-up.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and task delegation to the Event Coordinator. Collaborate with internal departments (Programs, Operations, Communications) to integrate events with company strategy.
• Oversee all logistical elements, including venue selection/setup, vendor negotiation, contracts, catering, transportation, and equipment.
• Manage event budgets, process invoices, and monitor expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Partner with the Communications team to coordinate digital promotion, social media campaigns, and print materials. Manage event communications with staff, volunteers, and external partners.
• Provide on-site management, including guest check-in, vendor oversight, and troubleshooting.
• Compile attendee data, feedback, and key metrics to create post-event reports summarizing ROI, outcomes, and recommendations for future improvement.
• Maintain organization of event equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field is required. Master's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of successful event management. 6-8 years is preferred.
• Familiarity with fundraising, nonprofits, and donor engagement is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and handle logistics.

Benefits

• BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• $2500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental Leave

Salary: $65000 - $70000 per year

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status.