Senior Events Manager, Constituency ProgramsAdvancement - Constituency Programs

Location: New Orleans, LA

Summary

The Senior Event Manager is a full-time professional position reporting to Director, Constituency Engagement within the Office of Constituency Programs. The position is responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive Advancement Events program to promote interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels and to provide networking and engagement opportunities for all constituents. The Manager will assist in developing strategies for local, regional and national events. This position is the primary protocol officer for the department regarding all Academic Events and provides unit coordination and scheduling for academic events to include but not be limited to investitures, gift announcements, ground breakings and other celebratory events. Responsibility for staffing regional and campaign events as appropriate. The position will work closely with all departments within the Office of Advancement related to ensuring strategic and quality events.

Required Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree.•5 years’ experience in program development or management, event coordination, or program implementation Transferable, related experience such as marketing, admissions, public relations, alumni relations, trust officer, or sales may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

•Experience working with non-profit donors preferably in a higher education setting. •Commitment to the values of an institution of higher education, required•Knowledge of and ability to use InDesign Desktop Publishing •Experience using Advance Donor Management Software or similar program for higher education fundraising.