The JACKSON, MS office of the AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION has an opening for a DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST (GALA) . This position will focus on logistical and administrative support for fundraising events (Heart Ball/Gala). Responsibilities will include database management, financial reporting, assisting with creation of promotional materials, obtaining in-kind donations, recruiting volunteers, and interacting with corporate sponsors, executive committee members, and individual donors. This position also serves as the Office Manager for the Jackson office.
- Planning and tracking of event logistics (i.e.: securing venue, reviewing vendor contracts and proof of insurance, van/truck rentals)
- Managing and tracking direct and indirect event expenses
- Meeting deadlines for the development and management of respective annual budgets
- Volunteer recruitment and management (External Partners)
- Creating and/or coordinating AHA materials and packets
- Managing and updating internal database systems (Blackbaud or Greater Giving)
- Accountability and upkeep of Sponsorship Agreements
- Securing auction items and in-kind donations
- Managing post-event feedback
- Supporting fundraising directors with day to day administrative tasks
- Position will require periodic travel throughout the designated markets.
- 1+ years of prior administrative and event planning and/or non-profit experience
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, managing multiple territories simultaneously
- Attention to detail and drive for excellence
- Ability to recruit and train large groups of office and day-of-event volunteers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work independently and sometimes irregular hours
- Ability to lift 20-30 pounds
- Willingness and ability to travel throughout the designated market on a frequent basis.
Benefits include comprehensive health benefits, retirement plan with generous employer contributions, 12 paid holidays per year, paid time off, flexible spending accounts and a Fit-Friendly work environment. #LI-KB1