Special Events Associate - hybrid/remote position in our Teaneck, NJ office

SPECIAL EVENTS ASSOCIATE *
Sharsheret, a fast-paced and growing national breast and ovarian cancer organization, seeks a full-time, hybrid/remote Special Events Associate in our Teaneck, NJ office with a focus on building institutional corporate relationships. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer and working with the development team, the Special Events Associate is responsible for event planning, coordination and execution of events, including but not limited to major fundraising benefits. Additionally, the Special Events Associate assists with donor appreciation and is assigned to various development related functions.
*RESPONSIBILITIES
NY and NJ Benefits - New Jersey, Long Island, and NYC
Lead collaboration with the marketing and development teams on benefit concept, graphic design/production/printing and event marketing
Create and manage event timelines, program, and task lists
Direct the creation and mailing of printed and digital invitations
Prepare and manage the event budget and provide progress reports to the development team
In coordination with the development team, help recruit honorees, chairs, and committee members
Provide staff support to the honorees, chairs, and committee members
Direct the creation of promotional and honoree videos alongside production companies
Oversee logistics associated with development and production of the event videos
Research and negotiate costs and services with vendors for venue, catering, A/V, technology, video presentations, décor, giveaways, check-in, etc.
Manage all event logistics i.e. registration, check-in, seating, etc.
Support program production and “run of show”
Develop and process donor and sponsor registration pages, receipts, and thank you letters together with the donation processing team
Oversee proper acknowledgment for major donors in connection with the benefits
Regional Events
Advise and support regional staff as needed for benefits, Board-led fundraisers and young professional events across the country
Partner with the marketing team on fundraising event-related printed materials and promotion
Donor Recognition and Appreciation
Thank donors via email for their donations
Help coordinate donor appreciation gift campaigns
Assist in maintaining donor records and listings for proper recognition throughout the year
Assist in donor related data processing
QUALIFICATIONS
Event coordinating experience required
Experience working in a Jewish, healthcare, fundraising or non-profit setting a plus
Passion for issues related to cancer and the Jewish community
Exceptional organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment
Available to occasionally work evenings and travel to out of state special events
Proficient in Microsoft Office
TO APPLY
Send resume and cover letter to post-67d85da4178ad2b042aed5e1-1742233183@apply.jewishstaffing.com. No telephone calls please. Salary ($65,000-$80,000) and benefits commensurate with experience.
Sharsheret provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, creed, religion, political belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or age.