Events and Corporate Engagement Specialist

Job title: Events and Corporate Engagement Specialist
Organization: Santa Maria Community Services
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Job Description

This position supports the Development Department’s fundraising goals through management of annual fundraiser, third-party cultivation events, and corporate relationships building.

Research & Development

  • Research event venues, menus, entertainment, vendors, etc. for annual fundraiser.
  • Research event sponsors; develop sponsorship packages and fulfillment reports for annual fundraiser and annual Health and Resource Fair.
  • Research and implement cause marketing events (third-party fundraising).
  • Develop annual fundraiser and third-party cultivation events to maximize donations made at events.

Internal & External Communications

  • Participate in monthly Development Committee meetings with Development Department staff and Board members (evenings).
  • Cultivate relationships with existing and potential corporate sponsors; secure and grow sponsorships for annual fundraiser and annual Health and Resource Fair.
  • Work with Communications Specialist to develop marketing materials and distribution strategy for annual fundraiser and third-party cultivation events
  • Work with Development Assistant to coordinate printing and distribution of promotional materials (save-the-dates, mailings, etc.) for annual fundraiser and third-party cultivation events.

Event Coordination

  • Procure event sponsorships, coordinate sponsor benefits, and oversee relationship management strategy for annual fundraiser and annual Health and Resource Fair.
  • Plan and/or oversee timely execution of event logistics (décor, food, day-of materials) for annual fundraiser and third-party cultivation events.
  • Lead monthly planning committee meetings for annual fundraiser (evenings)
  • Organize on-site corporate engagement events if requested.
  • Plan and oversee third-party cultivation events throughout the year.

Event Budget Management

  • Prepare budget projections for annual fundraiser.
  • Manage and track expenses for annual fundraiser.
  • Work with Finance Department to finalize the proceeds of the annual fundraiser within one month after the event.

Interested candidates please email ageenah.herrick@santamaria-cincy.org