Event Manager (PT)

Bonterra; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Bonterra is seeking a part-time Event Manager to support on-site client events across multiple markets. Work is seasonal with events lasting long days; travel within a 125-mile radius of your home market is required. This role is not remote and requires availability for weekend and evening schedules.

You will lead on-site management of OneCause technology, supervise staff, set up devices, train client teams, review guest data, and advocate best practices to maximize event revenue.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of in-person customer service experience.
• Experience with web-based software and basic setup/troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; highly organized with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the successful execution of customer events through on-site management of OneCause technology.
• Manage OneCause staff including Assistant Event Managers and Onsite Support Staff.
• Set up and manage OneCause technology including software, laptops, and iPads.
• Manage and resolve client expectations on-site and provide software training.

Skills

Customer service

Web-based software

Communication

Organization

Public speaking

Tools

OneCause software

Job description

Event ManagerSkip to main contentWe use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible.# CareersEvent Manager page is loaded## Event ManagerApplylocations: Remote, United Statestime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: September 8, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R2026-0347**US Salary:** $30-33/hr upon completion of required training and certifications# **About Us**Bonterra exists to propel every doer of good to their peak impact. We measure that impact against our vision to increase the giving rate as a percentage of GDP from 2% to 3% by 2033. We know that this goal is lofty, but we are confident that the right technology and expertise will strengthen trust in the sector, allowing the social good industry to accelerate growth and reach peak impact. Bonterra's differentiated, end-to-end solutions collectively support a unique network of over 20,000 customers, including over 16,000 nonprofit organizations and over 50 percent of Fortune 100 companies. Learn more at bonterratech.com.# **About the Role****THIS IS A FULLY ONSITE ROLE SUPPORTING EVENTS IN BOSTON, CHICAGO, CLEVELAND, DETROIT, INDIANAPOLIS, PHILADELPHIA, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA BEACH AND SURROUNDING AREAS. NOT A REMOTE ROLE. CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCATED IN OR NEAR ONE OF THESE AREAS FOR CONSIDERATION.****About the Role:**OneCause, a Bonterra Company, is committed to helping cause-driven organizations amplify their message and raise more funds with easy-to-use fundraising solutions. First to market as BidPal in 2007 with revolutionary mobile bidding, our solutions now power online giving, event management, mobile bidding, and peer-to-peer fundraising for nonprofit organizations of all sizes.This is a part-time, seasonal position supporting our clients during on-site events. The location of events varies.**On-site Expectations:*** You must be able to travel within a 125-mile radius of your home market.* On-site attendance for events lasting 10–12 hours, with the physical ability to stand and move for extended periods.* Scheduling flexibility**Responsibilities:*** Support the successful execution of customer events through on-site management of OneCause technology* Manage OneCause staff including Assistant Event Managers and Onsite Support Staff* Setup and manage the OneCause technology including OneCause proprietary software, laptops, and iPads* Manage and resolve all OneCause-related client expectations* Provide on-site software training to the client, client's staff, volunteers, and guests* Review all client auction and guest data and make appropriate changes where necessary* Work with client to ensure software is fully utilized to maximize event revenue by providing recommendations that follow best practices* Able to comfortably navigate and troubleshoot our software**Requirements:*** 2+ years of in-person customer service experience* Experience with web-based software and basic knowledge of setting up and troubleshooting* Comfortable using intuitive web-based software as well as smartphone technology (iPhone and Android) hardware (iPads/laptops/smartphones)* Exceptional communication skills, not limited to but including written, interpersonal, and public speaking.* Highly organized with the ability to meet multiple concurrent deadlines in a fast-paced environment.* High level of initiative* Event, non-profit, or fundraising experience*At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship for employment authorization.*