Remote Gala & Sponsorship Manager (Savannah Area)

Career Blazers Nonprofit Search; Savannah (GA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Blazers Nonprofit Search seeks a Manager of Relationship Events to lead two signature fundraising galas in Savannah and Augusta, GA. You will recruit and coach volunteers, cultivate corporate sponsors, and drive donor engagement to meet ambitious revenue goals and grow the organization’s impact.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, event leadership, and strategic development within a national nonprofit context. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in fundraising are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• 3 years of demonstrated success in corporate fundraising, relationship development, and recruiting and engaging volunteers.
• Proven ability to establish, cultivate and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners, donors, volunteers and community stakeholders.
• Experience planning and executing galas or related fundraising initiatives with volunteer management.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, coordination and execution of the Chapter's signature fundraising galas and related events, ensuring successful outcomes and achievement of revenue goals.
• Recruit, train, coach and engage volunteer leaders and committees to maximize fundraising success and volunteer engagement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with volunteers, event participants, corporate sponsors, donors and community leaders to expand fundraising opportunities.
• Manage the financial aspects of sponsorship and donor commitments, ensuring accurate tracking and fulfillment of benefits and recognition opportunities.
• Identify, cultivate and steward new and existing sponsors and donors, leveraging volunteer networks to increase financial support and meet development objectives.
• Foster year-round relationships with corporate partners, donors and volunteers to encourage continued engagement in Chapter initiatives and events.
• Collaborate with volunteer planning committees to develop outreach initiatives and corporate engagement opportunities that increase awareness and support of the organization's mission.
• Ensure all fundraising activities align with organizational standards, policies and best practices.
• Participate in professional development to strengthen skills and performance.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship management

Volunteer recruitment

Corporate development

Event coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Luminate/Convio

Job description

Career Blazers Nonprofit Search seeks a Manager of Relationship Events to lead two signature fundraising galas in Savannah and Augusta, GA. You will recruit and coach volunteers, cultivate corporate sponsors, and drive donor engagement to meet ambitious revenue goals and grow the organization’s impact.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, event leadership, and strategic development within a national nonprofit context. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in fundraising are preferred.