School Events & Fundraising Manager

Socket.dev; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Job summary

Connelly School of the Holy Child in Potomac, MD seeks an energetic Events Manager to lead planning and execution of fundraising, donor, alumnae, admissions, and schoolwide events. You will manage budgets, vendor relations, and post-event evaluations, collaborating with volunteers and staff to advance mission and fundraising goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 3–5 years of event planning, exceptional organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Three to five years of event planning, hospitality, fundraising, or related experience.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information.
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values.
• Strong understanding of Catholic faith, beliefs, and practice.
• Experience planning fundraising or donor engagement events.
• Experience in independent school, nonprofit, or higher education setting.
• Familiarity with Veracross, Raiser's Edge, OneCause, or similar platforms.
• Experience coordinating large-scale events with multiple stakeholders.
• Knowledge of event registration and auction software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of Development and key schoolwide events from concept through post-event evaluation.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and event logistics to ensure successful execution.
• Coordinate all event details, including registration, catering, rentals, audiovisual needs, signage, transportation, guest management, and facility setup.
• Oversee event setup and breakdown, ensuring a high-quality guest experience.
• Manage event calendars and planning schedules in collaboration with school leadership and department partners.
• Serve as the primary project manager for the School's annual Spring Gala & Auction; coordinate event logistics, sponsorship fulfillment, auction operations, and guest experience.
• Work closely with Development staff, volunteers, and vendors to support fundraising goals.
• Track event expenses and revenue in partnership with the Business Office and Development team; assist with donor stewardship activities.
• Coordinate major institutional events in partnership with Admissions, Athletics, Academics, and School Leadership; support Open House, Head of School Dinner, and other gatherings.
• Identify, negotiate, and manage relationships with event vendors, venues, caterers, and service providers; manage budgets, contracts, invoices.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Vendor relations

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Mission alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Veracross

Raiser's Edge

OneCause/Auction software

Job description

Connelly School of the Holy Child in Potomac, MD seeks an energetic Events Manager to lead planning and execution of fundraising, donor, alumnae, admissions, and schoolwide events. You will manage budgets, vendor relations, and post-event evaluations, collaborating with volunteers and staff to advance mission and fundraising goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 3–5 years of event planning, exceptional organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.