Special Events Manager Atlanta, GA

Special Events Manager job at Open Hand Atlanta Inc. Atlanta, GA.

Job Description

Salary: $55,000 to $60,000 based on experience

Residency Requirement: Primary residence must be in the state of Georgia

The Special Events Manager oversees all aspects of fundraising events, including strategic planning, budgeting, project management, and implementation. Relationship cultivation and volunteer management skills are vital to this role, as the Special Events Manager will be expected to work closely with Open Hand senior leadership and key stakeholders such as Board members, volunteer event chairs, donors and volunteers. The candidate must also possess excellent project management skills, including the creation and utilization of budgets, timelines, event schedules and other appropriate tools to facilitate organized, well‑run events.

Oversee the Donor Relations Special Events Assistant

Develop and implement unique fundraising strategies related to special events. Utilize project management tools and skills to organize and oversee Open Hand events, including fundraisers as well as cultivation and recognition events for donors and prospective donors. Supervise securing of all appropriate permits and licensing prior to in‑house produced events. Manage internal and external resources to produce all materials and signage needed for event production, as well as assist in the coordination of any publicity and media.

Develop the strategic long‑term vision of Open Hand events via suggestions for innovation and efficiencies in fundraising programming. Continuously evaluate current special events to determine if they are effective fundraising vehicles and investigate new ideas for future events.

Create and adhere to project budgets and timelines for special events. Track, collect and report on funds raised for special events. Monitor progress of registration, ticket sales and income goals and adjust plans as appropriate. Create income and attendance projections for events. Conduct post‑event follow up and action steps, including debriefs with staff and volunteer leadership, distribution of acknowledgements and sponsorship reports, and working with the internal and external resources to support event‑related media relations efforts.

Work with Director of Volunteer Services, Director of Development and Marketing, and Sr. Manager of Corporate and Faith Partnerships and Special Events and Donor Relations Assistant to identify potential third‑party fundraising opportunities. Oversee the delegation of various responsibilities including recruitment of appropriate volunteers, stewardship of relationships with event organizers and communications/marketing, as needed, to the Open Hand donor database. Maintain effective working relationships with event volunteers (internal and external).

Create and implement strategic plan for all Open Hand events to fit within overall development plan. Develop plan for potential new signature events and create strategy for identifying potential new revenue sources through third‑party fundraising efforts. Work closely with Sr. Manager of Corporate and Faith Partnerships to identify sponsorship opportunities and assist with events/experiences as necessary for our corporate partners and donors.

Recruit, steward, engage and communicate with individual donors, host committee(s) and various funders to build relationships and deepen their affiliation with Open Hand through events. Communicate with board members, stakeholders and other high‑level donors on an as‑needed basis, strictly adhering to Open Hand policies regarding communications between Board members and staff.

Work closely with and negotiate contracts with external vendors to coordinate goods and services for special events. Manage relationships and bidding process to ensure the best service and most efficient cost for goods and services.

Attend and work at Open Hand in‑house events and…