Events Manager

$62,500 - $62,500/Yr

Habitat For Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County - Orlando, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Orlando, FL

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Events Manager at Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County plays a crucial role in the planning and execution of events that align with the organization's mission to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope. This position is responsible for the comprehensive project management of events, ensuring that every detail is meticulously planned and executed to create an exceptional experience for participants. The Events Manager will work closely with leadership to establish the vision and direction for each event, ensuring that all aspects, from pre-event planning to post-event follow-up, are handled with precision and care. In this role, the Events Manager will create and manage project plans, timelines, and task lists for all events hosted by Habitat Orlando & Osceola. They will lead planning and production meetings, collaborate with the marketing team on promotional materials, and develop sponsorship packages to secure funding and support from corporate and community partners. The Events Manager will also be responsible for sourcing event venues, negotiating with vendors, and managing all logistics related to the events, including staffing and volunteer coordination. The position requires a strong focus on relationship-building, as the Events Manager will need to cultivate and maintain relationships with sponsors and community partners. Additionally, they will supervise the Volunteer & Events Specialist, providing guidance and support for volunteer build day events. The Events Manager will also track post-event results and develop stewardship plans for event supporters, ensuring that all stakeholders feel valued and appreciated for their contributions.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage project plans, timelines, and task lists for Habitat Orlando & Osceola hosted events.
• Lead event planning and production meetings.
• Organize collaboration with Marketing on event marketing, photography, and communications needs.
• Create event sponsorship packages.
• Develop relationships with corporate and community partners to secure event sponsorships and retain event sponsors.
• Vet and source event space, food & beverage, entertainment, supplies, and other event elements.
• Negotiate costs and services with vendors.
• Collaborate with leadership on event programming, including spokespeople and run of show.
• Project-manage all event logistics, including pre, post, and day of event.
• Determine event staffing needs; secure and manage volunteers and staff working the event.
• Work with all departments in the organization to ensure needs are met for successful events.
• Manage post-event results tracking and event supporter stewardship plan.
• Supervise and develop the Volunteer & Events Specialist.
• Provide direction and guidance for volunteer build day events and serve as backup to Volunteer & Events Specialist for build day events at construction sites.

Requirements

• 2+ years' experience in event planning and management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must obtain First Aid/ CPR/ AED certificate within first 90 days: training provided by Habitat.
• Must obtain Anti-Money Laundering certificate within first 90 days: training provided by Habitat.
• Must obtain Safeguarding certificate within the first 90 days: training provided by Habitat.
• Must obtain OSHA Competent Person certificate within first 90 days: training provided by Habitat.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in nonprofit or affordable housing.
• Experience with Salesforce.
• Experience with VolunteerHub.
• Knowledge of Habitat for Humanity and all aspects of the organization or ability to learn and answer questions on all aspects of the organization in a clear and accurate manner.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Employer paid benefit at 100% for employee only health insurance
• Short- & long-term disability
• 1x salary life insurance
• YMCA Plus membership
• Voluntary dental, vision, supplemental life, EAP
• Retirement plan with match up to 5% after benefits are effective
• 12 Paid holidays
• Flexible paid time off
• Telecommuting options
• Book and movie clubs
• Snacks & Coffee Bar
• Wellness initiatives
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer