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Development Events Coordinator April 10, 2019   Development Department Under the direct supervision of the Development Operations Manager, the Development Events Coordinator manages development-related events, including the annual gala, donor cultivation and stewardship events, exhibition openings and sponsor events. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Development Events Working with the Development Department, establish an overall fundraising events strategy, clarifying goals, outcomes and metrics of success for each event. Manage 4-6 events per year associated with Museum programming such as exhibitions, education programming, award-related events, and public programs. Coordinate 4-6 donor cultivation receptions and dinners annually, either on-site or off-site, in Washington and New York, including board receptions. Coordinate private functions for donors and sponsors entitled to Museum space usage benefits; respond to inquiries about space use. Communicate with other Museum departments, including Visitor Services and the Executive Director, to ensure that all parties have the information needed to support each event successfully. Maintain master development events calendar. Working with Marketing & Communications Department, coordinate the design and distribution of printed or email event invitations for Museum events. Manage guest lists, rsvps, and check-ins for all Museum events, including in Social Tables and DonorPerfect Online, communicating with guests as needed, including after the event. Maintain relationships with key event vendors (incl. catering, floral, lighting, décor), solicit bids, and manage day of logistics. Ensure that Museum staff members are fully briefed for events, providing prepared guest bios for relationship managers. Conduct internal debriefing discussions and document lessons learned, as appropriate. With the operations manager, track event metrics and create tools for benchmarking and assessing the success of an event. Annual Gala Support the institutional giving team in fundraising efforts for the annual gala, the Museum’s largest donor event. Lead event logistics (catering, seating, presentation, etc.). Work with the institutional giving team in developing the electronic Save the Date, printed suite of materials (invitations), and overall event design. Assist with production of all promotional materials. Coordinate logistics with all event vendors. Input and manage the guest list in Social Tables. Coordinate day-of volunteer efforts as needed. Other Responsibilities Serve as a member of the development staff, participating in the planning and activities of the department. Share Reception duties as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Requirements Specific requirements include: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years event experience or similar. Full command of Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of donor and/or event databases a plus. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills required. Must be creative, self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible, and able to meet tight deadlines and work independently as well as collaboratively. Superior project and time management skills. Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and needs. Many evening and some weekend hours required. ADA SPECIFICATIONS While largely sedentary, this position requires the ability to sit, stand, lift up to 20 lbs, speak and to hear, sometimes for extended periods of time. Requires the ability to use a computer and office equipment traditionally found in office settings. To apply, send cover letter and resume (subject line: Development Events Coordinator) to recruitment@nbm.org . Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis.

Development & Events Coordinator Full-time position (40hrs/wk) FIFE HOUSE is the largest provider of supportive housing and support services for people living with HIV/AIDS in the Greater Toronto Area. Since 1988, we have worked at the intersection of three issues: homelessness/housing, support services and HIV/AIDS. We recognize the importance of collaboration and partnership to deliver meaningful and impactful service to our clients. We bring together expertise from the housing and health sectors to co-create effective support and housing solutions. Fife House has 7 residential programs that serve 280 unique individuals. Housing help support services are provided to an additional 320 individuals through our Coordinated Access and Homeless Outreach Program. ABOUT THE ROLE : Reporting to the Director of Development and Communications, the Development and Events Coordinator is responsible for Fife House’s two signature events and providing administrative support to the team. The individual is a motivated self-starter that thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrates a high level of initiative and time management and is a people person. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE : Coordinating Fife House’s two signature events – A Taste For Life and Shady Queens; Assists with prospect research, utilizing digital resources; Identify and complete proposals and grant applications; Work in collaboration with team to send out monthly newsletter to donors; Prospect and secure monetary and in-kind donations and sponsorships for events Support major gift cultivation and stewardship events; Works with team to update donor information in CRM system (actions, contacts, etc.); Coordinates and supports regular CRM reporting and other ad-hoc reports, as required; Follows an organized filing/document process for electronic and paper documents; Coordinates the reconciliation of monthly financial reports with the Finance Department; Maintains and updates social media on a regular basis; Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS : Post-secondary education in a relevant field or equivalent experience; 2-3 years proven experience in a fund development capacity; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and aptitude to learn other software or applications; Experience working with a digital CRM system, familiarity with Raiser’s Edge an asset; Ability to work both as a team and independently to ensure fundraising goals are met; Demonstrated sound judgement regarding confidential and sensitive matters; Ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines; Significant experience with the lifecycle of events and project management; Excellent communication and presentation skills; Experience managing a budget; Ability to manage multiple social media channels; Demonstrated organizational, planning and analytical skills; Knowledge of Housing and HIV/AIDS within the current context an asset. WHAT FIFE HOUSE FOUNDATION CAN OFFER YOUR : A meaningful and rewarding career with a direct impact on the clients that we serve; Comprehensive paid training and ongoing development and support; Fun, friendly, team environment; Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : This is a full-time permanent position. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Coordinator is based at the Fife House head office however they will be expected to access all Fife House site locations as required. There may be situations where flexibility of work schedule will be required surrounding events. ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS : FIFE HOUSE is committed to employment equity and creating a workplace that represents the diversity of Ontario. Fife House is an equal opportunity employer and encourages members of equity-seeking groups to apply. Women, people of colour, people with Disabilities, Indigenous people, those who identify as LGBTQ2S and those living with HIV, are encourage to apply for the position. Fife House’s Head Office is wheelchair accessible. We commit to making accommodations during the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with Disabilities. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please forward your resume and covering letter that clearly indicates position applied for by 5:00 p.m Friday April 26, 2019 to : Sam Katz Director of Development and Communications Fife House 490 Sherbourne Street, 2nd Floor Toronto ON M4X 1K9 fax: 416-205-9919 email: skatz@fifehouse.org