Events Director

East-West

Plano, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Budget Reporting, Catering Services, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Evangelism, Event Management, Expense Reports, Follow Through, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Logistics Management, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, RSVP (Reservation Protocol), Research Skills, Stewardship, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Travel Planning, Volunteer Management, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Plano, TX

POSTED

7 days ago

Position Summary

The successful Events Director is responsible for directing the vision and oversight for all development-related events and some field-related events. The Events Director will interact with a diverse group of external callers, donors and visitors, as well as, internal contacts within all levels of the organization. This role will provide leadership and management to the Event Team. The Event Director will successfully partner with vendors to execute high level donor cultivation events. To be successful, this employee must meet the objectives set out by the Development Department and carry out the required functions in an honest, competent, and confident manner. Flexibility, focus, forward-thinking, organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to constantly re-prioritize are crucial to the success of this position. This position is responsible for playing their part to achieve the bigger mission of East-West and for ensuring that all position duties and responsibilities are clearly aligned with East-West Ministries Vision, Mission, Values, Statement of Faith, and Biblical principles.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Event coordination
- As directed, conduct research for future events where stories of faith, scripture, and evangelism can be shared
- Prepare agendas and other materials for event related meetings
- Manage logistics for all local and major development events, including venues, vendors, catering, insurance, travel arrangements, booking guest speakers
- Manage RSVP and check-in process
- Track event financials to ensure standards of good stewardship are being followed
- Manage event timelines
- Work in collaboration with the EVP of Development
Administrative duties to include expense reports for gift officers, donor correspondence, and other gift officer support as assigned
- Manage Event Applications (Blackthorn & SendGrid)
Special Projects Management - miscellaneous project management as directly assigned
- Organize volunteer(s) to assist with various Development/Marketing projects
- Assist with field-related events as requested
- Maintain communication with volunteers to make aware of existing needs

Skills and Abilities

Flexibility, focus, and a strong work ethic are essential
Excellent organizational and time management skills, including proficiency in evaluating and prioritizing issues
Ability to follow through and juggle multiple tasks and projects
Ability to take initiative and be proactive within scope of job duties
Solid judgment and decision-making skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in grammar and spelling
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to handle sensitive situations with confidentiality, poise, and tact
Discerning of confidentiality and privacy
Ability to work well with others in a team environment
Ability to work well under pressure and against deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Office and Outlook and other standard office software
Strong attention to detail
Driven to constantly improve job functions - not satisfied with status quo
Ability to think critically and resourcefully
Ability to manage teams of volunteers in various projects
Ability to compile and prepare various budgets and reports

About the Company

East-West

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