Events and Volunteer Manager

Upbring; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Events & Volunteer Manager to create unforgettable community experiences. This role focuses on engaging supporters and building lasting relationships through events and fundraising initiatives. You will lead a comprehensive volunteer program, ensuring meaningful engagement while working collaboratively with various teams. The position offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, all while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work environment. If you thrive on bringing people together for a great cause, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive PTO & paid holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in events, communications, or customer service.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a comprehensive volunteer program to foster engagement.
• Plan and execute local and regional community engagement events.
• Support fundraising events with logistics and volunteer management.

Skills

Event Planning

Volunteer Management

Fundraising

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nonprofit Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Job description

Overview

Are you a master of events and a community connector who thrives on bringing people together for a great cause? Do you have a passion for creating unforgettable experiences while inspiring volunteers and donors to support meaningful work? If so, this role is for you! Upbring is looking for an Events & Volunteer Manager to lead the charge in planning exciting community events, statewide walks, and peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives. This role is all about engaging supporters, strengthening relationships, and making a real difference all while having fun along the way!

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

Your Mission in Action

The Events & Volunteer Manager handles Upbring’s community engagement events, which are designed to engage, cultivate, and steward existing and prospective donors. These initiatives include state-wide walks, community events, and peer-to-peer fundraising. Assists with other Upbring events, and campaigns as needed. This position is responsible for creating a robust volunteer program, developing and strengthening relationships with volunteers. Lastly, this role includes heavy emphasis on raising awareness of Upbring through strategic engagement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Design, grow, and manage a comprehensive volunteer program, including recruitment, training, onboarding, recognition, and retention strategies that foster meaningful and long-term engagement in partnership with programs across the state.
• In partnership with the Director of Special Events, plan, organize and execute local and regional engagement events.
• Responsible for management and growth of Upbring’s Statewide Hope in Motion Walk.
• Responsible for attending local and regional tabling and engagement initiatives.
• Support the planning and execution of fundraising events, assisting with logistics such as registration, vendor coordination, timelines, and onsite volunteer management.
• Identifies, designs, and implements peer-to-peer fundraisers, reaches out to individuals and groups, and motivates them to participate in peer-to-peer fundraising and events.
• Work closely with the Director of Donor Relations & Engagement to ensure that volunteer and event initiatives align with organizational goals and mission.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Public Relations, or closely related field; and/or a combination of education and experience in lieu of degree.
• Two (2) years of experience in roles focused on events, communications and/or customer service.
• Valid TX Driver’s license and personal auto insurance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Raiser's Edge experience.
• Previous experience working within child welfare.

Travel

• This position may be required to travel up to 35%.

Perks at Upbring

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays.
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more!
• 403(b) Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted Gym Memberships.

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time.
• Position may have exposure to children.
• Position requires frequent standing, walking and time being mobile to coordinate events.
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs.

The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.