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    Marketing and Special Events Manager - Chicago, United States - Archdiocese of Chicago

    Archdiocese of Chicago
    Archdiocese of Chicago Chicago, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Position Type:
    Professional/Marketing

    Date Posted:1/9/2023


    Location:
    IND Frances Xavier Warde School


    Job Summary:


    The Marketing and Special Events Manager serves as the project manager for the successful planning, marketing and implementation of events.

    FXW hosts several large-scale events throughout the year which generate revenue, mobilize volunteers and build brand awareness.

    The core responsibilities of this position are to ensure that events are marketed and implemented effectively and that organizational priorities are met while serving as an FXW ambassador within the overall community.


    This is a great opportunity for an individual interested in using their creativity, attention to detail and energy to create exciting and memorable events for Chicago's largest Pre-school through 8th grade Independent School.


    Summary of Events:
    Gala (February): largest FXW community celebration with more than 800 attendeesScholarship Dinner (May): event with nearly 400 attendees which support FXW's scholarship programVolunteer Reception (April): event to honor and thank the FXW volunteers for their support throughout the year

    Alumni Events:
    support event planning and management of two alumni events (one in the fall and one in the spring).Other events including but not limited to Homecoming, Graduation, FXW Anniversary, salon dinners, etc


    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    Special Event Management:
    With the Director of Advancement, support the planning, strategy setting and reporting on annual projections for special events.
    Responsible for planning lively, creative and memorable events to enhance the guest(s) experience.

    Oversee all logistics of events including but not limited to:
    managing all communications, vendor relations, timeline, auction/software management, permits, entertainment, run of show, volunteers, and budgeting.
    Create budget for each event and manage expenses to remain at or below budget.
    In conjunction with the Director of Advancement, manage all relationships with in-kind donors.

    Participate with the Advancement team in the creation and implementation of the overall advancement plan and calendar of events to ensure financial and volunteer goals are met.

    Working with the Communications Associate, plan communications that reflect the tone, theme and of the event.

    Other Advancement Support:
    Assist the Advancement Team with conducting corporate prospect research and preparing proposals as needed.
    Advance brand identity by reinforcing strategic messages and FXW values.
    Participate in and provide support to all fundraising and stewardship activities including the Annual Fund.
    Provide customer service to donors and potential donors by responding to questions and requests within a 48-hour window.
    Coordinate and align marketing messagesDevelop reports to track critical success factors in advertising/marketingExpand the use of web-enabled communication mechanisms and social networking to build enrollment interest and overall visibility in communityMaintain social media channels with appropriate and timely updatesDevelop strategies for communicating the values of FXW brand among target audiencesCreate and communicate FXW opportunities available for faculty and staffConsult with Admissions regarding external constituency opportunities


    Additional Job RequirementsEmployee must be able to support philosophy and mission of the Board of Trustees and Head of School.

    Ability to work with all levels of the FXW community from students to Board of Trustee'sAbility to manage and maintain sensitive and confidential school, student and parent informationExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

    Proven ability to produce high-quality results in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.

    Strong project management skills, including the ability to take initiative, work independently, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and handle multiple projects at once.

    Attendance at all FXW Advancement events is mandatory.
    Other duties as assigned by the DOA and Head of School.

    Physical Demands and Work Environment


    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

    While performing the responsibilities the employee is required to talk and hear.
    The employee is often required to sit for long periods of time.
    Continual and/or intermittent walking for up to 15 minutes at a time may be required. The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands.

    The employee may be required to lift poundsThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loudHours of work may vary Sunday through Saturday and are structured in eight (8) hour blocks of time, but they may be subject to include evenings and weekends as required for the departments or School's needs.

    Education/ExperienceBachelor's degree required3-5 years of previous Development, Marketing or Event Planning experienceExperience with fundraising database programs

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