Philanthropy Events Manager

Music Opportunities; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Colorado Symphony is seeking a Philanthropy Events Manager to lead the strategic planning and coordination of fundraising events, strengthening donor relationships and major gift cultivation in line with our mission.

Responsibilities include developing an annual events calendar, managing logistics and budgets, coordinating with frontline fundraisers, and creating personalized donor experiences for major gifts, while partnering with boards and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of event planning experience, preferably in nonprofit or arts.
• Strong project management and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience coordinating donor events, sponsorships and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop an annual events calendar and manage logistics for fundraising events.
• Collaborate with frontline fundraisers to design donor cultivation events.
• Manage guest lists and create personalized experiences for major donors.
• Work with board members and volunteers to maximize event impact.
• Develop and oversee event budgets, track expenses and secure sponsorships.
• Maintain records and report event performance metrics; collaborate with departments.

Skills

Event planning

Project management

Donor relations

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Philanthropy Events Manager is tasked with the strategic planning and coordination of all fundraising events for the Colorado Symphony. This role is essential for enhancing donor relationships and supporting major gift cultivation while creating memorable experiences that align with the Symphony's mission. Responsibilities include developing an annual event calendar, managing logistics, and ensuring successful execution of events.In addition to event planning, the manager will collaborate with frontline fundraisers to design events that aid in donor cultivation. This includes managing guest lists and creating personalized experiences for major donors. The role also involves working closely with board members and volunteers to maximize event impact and engagement.Financial management is a key aspect of the position, requiring the development and oversight of event budgets, tracking expenses, and securing sponsorships. The manager will also maintain accurate records and report on event performance metrics to inform future strategies. Collaboration with various departments is crucial to ensure seamless event experiences.Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of event planning experience, preferably in a nonprofit or arts environment. Strong project management skills and excellent interpersonal abilities are essential. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.