Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Associate Director, Advancement Events
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab - Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab The Associate Director, Advancement Events Will
Strategically plan and implement an engaging annual schedule of events, aligned with organizational and team fundraising priorities. With Advancement leadership, set goals and objectives for each event related to fundraising revenue, attendance and donor engagement. Collaborate with Marketing team to successfully achieve brand-awareness goals and develop marketing/PR strategy, communications (e.g. save-the-dates, invitations, etc.) web content and social media. Manage digital infrastructure for events, in partnership with the Database Management team. Organize mailing lists and event-related communications, including, but not limited to, digital and print event save-the-dates, invitations, thank you-emails, etc. Ensure fiscal responsibility by monitoring and tracking fundraising event expenses/revenue, ensuring timely payments to vendors and fulfillment of sponsor pledges. Work in partnership with fundraising team to secure financial support and sponsorship for signature fundraising events (Art in Motion, Spark! and SkyRise Chicago) Oversee logistics planning including working with leadership to create and manage project timelines, budgets and run-of-show program details Solicit proposals from vendors to provide sound and visual production, food and beverages and other equipment needs. Manage event logistics on-site, including coordination with catering, facilities and security teams, event production, speakers, event staff and volunteers and additional activities, as applicable. Maintains the highest level of customer service to ensure that internal stakeholders, event participants, donors and guests have a remarkable experience. Conducts financial reporting and evaluation after event to ensures that each event meets or exceeds revenue goals and objectives. Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Reporting Relationships
Reports directly to the Associate Vice President, Advancement.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Bachelor's degree in liberal arts, marketing or related field required. Master’s preferred. Minimum 5+ years of fundraising event planning experience, preferably in the healthcare or not-for-profit sector. Must possess aptitude for project management and problem solving in order to meet deadlines and lead projects autonomously. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced, results-driven environment. Working knowledge of information technology tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, fundraising databases and appropriate web-based applications and fundraising platforms. Experience with Raiser’s Edge preferred. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on a team and to build and maintain positive relationships with all levels of the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills, maturity, tactfulness, good judgment and ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Strong financial and analytical acumen. Must have strong written and oral communication skills and possess excellent proofreading skills. Must have a strong sense of responsibility and superior interpersonal skills in order to appropriately represent the hospital with internal and external stakeholders, donors and guests.
Working Conditions
Hybrid office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature. Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed for events.
Pay and Benefits*:
Pay Range:
$72,278.00 annually - $124,500.00 annually
Benefits:
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will vary based on applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Seniority level
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Associate Director, Advancement Events
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Associate Director, Advancement Events
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab The Associate Director, Advancement Events Will
Strategically plan and implement an engaging annual schedule of events, aligned with organizational and team fundraising priorities. With Advancement leadership, set goals and objectives for each event related to fundraising revenue, attendance and donor engagement. Collaborate with Marketing team to successfully achieve brand-awareness goals and develop marketing/PR strategy, communications (e.g. save-the-dates, invitations, etc.) web content and social media. Manage digital infrastructure for events, in partnership with the Database Management team. Organize mailing lists and event-related communications, including, but not limited to, digital and print event save-the-dates, invitations, thank you-emails, etc. Ensure fiscal responsibility by monitoring and tracking fundraising event expenses/revenue, ensuring timely payments to vendors and fulfillment of sponsor pledges. Work in partnership with fundraising team to secure financial support and sponsorship for signature fundraising events (Art in Motion, Spark! and SkyRise Chicago) Oversee logistics planning including working with leadership to create and manage project timelines, budgets and run-of-show program details Solicit proposals from vendors to provide sound and visual production, food and beverages and other equipment needs. Manage event logistics on-site, including coordination with catering, facilities and security teams, event production, speakers, event staff and volunteers and additional activities, as applicable. Maintains the highest level of customer service to ensure that internal stakeholders, event participants, donors and guests have a remarkable experience. Conducts financial reporting and evaluation after event to ensures that each event meets or exceeds revenue goals and objectives. Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Reporting Relationships
Reports directly to the Associate Vice President, Advancement.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Bachelor's degree in liberal arts, marketing or related field required. Master’s preferred. Minimum 5+ years of fundraising event planning experience, preferably in the healthcare or not-for-profit sector. Must possess aptitude for project management and problem solving in order to meet deadlines and lead projects autonomously. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced, results-driven environment. Working knowledge of information technology tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, fundraising databases and appropriate web-based applications and fundraising platforms. Experience with Raiser’s Edge preferred. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on a team and to build and maintain positive relationships with all levels of the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills, maturity, tactfulness, good judgment and ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Strong financial and analytical acumen. Must have strong written and oral communication skills and possess excellent proofreading skills. Must have a strong sense of responsibility and superior interpersonal skills in order to appropriately represent the hospital with internal and external stakeholders, donors and guests.
Working Conditions
Hybrid office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature. Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed for events.
Pay and Benefits*:
Pay Range:
$72,278.00 annually - $124,500.00 annually
Benefits:
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will vary based on applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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