Special Events and Development Coordinator

Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey; Tinton Falls (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey is seeking a Special Events & Development Coordinator to lead all aspects of the organization’s events and fundraising initiatives in Monmouth County. You will manage budgets, committees, and donor communications, while partnering with the Director of Development to drive philanthropic goals.

The role requires a communications or marketing background, strong writing skills, and familiarity with event software and donor platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Marketing or related discipline preferred.
• 1.5+ years of special events and fundraising experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proofreading and editing.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office; familiarity with fundraising tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of agency special events to meet fundraising goals.
• Coordinate budgets, committees, and sponsorship solicitation.
• Develop event marketing, social media, mailings, and donor acknowledgments.
• Coordinate logistics with vendors and volunteers.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Marketing or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT

Constant Contact

Givesmart

Canva

Job description

Special Events & Development Coordinator

Are you passionate about creating exceptional events that inspire giving and strengthen community engagement? Join our team in Monmouth County as a Special Events & Development Coordinator, where you'll play a key role in advancing our fundraising and philanthropic initiatives while helping make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Position Summary:

• Responsible for managing all aspects of all special events to support the agency’s fund-raising goals. Oversees the operational and logistical details for all special events including budgets, committee meetings, all event tracking, mailings, collateral materials, sponsorship solicitation, event marketing and social media activities, giving platforms and donor acknowledgments to ensure success along with the Director of Development. Acts as the key administrative support for all areas of the Department of Philanthropy.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers
• Manages all aspects of agency’s special events activities, including solicitation of sponsorships
• Process development and standardization of key workflows
• Manages all financial reports, budgets and donor acknowledgements for special events
• Collaborates with all agency’s departments as needed to achieve special event and fundraising goals
• Maintains relationships with outside vendors as needed, such as florists, entertainment, etc.
• Acts as a liaison to and gives administrative support for volunteers, board members and Director of Development
• Adheres to the organization’s policy in regard to absenteeism and appearance
• Support additional agency fundraising initiatives as needed

Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Marketing or related discipline preferred
• 1.5+ years of special events and fundraising experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proofreading and editing skills
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office products required, and knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT and Constant Contact, Givesmart and Canva preferred
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Ability and willingness to travel, work evenings and weekends, and work in the office at least 3 days/week
• Car and a valid driver’s license

Working Conditions/Physical Demand: Hybrid, Light Lifting

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the compensation range for this position is USD $60,000 to USD $82,000. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

EEOC

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