Event Manager

FIRE is a non-profit organization that provides financial grants to qualifying schools within the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph to assist with the cost of special education teachers, para educators, and resources.  FIRE’s mission is to champion the inclusion of students with disabilities in Catholic Schools by providing educational resources, fundraising and promoting a culture of belonging. 

FIRE seeks to hire an Event Manager to advance the goals of the Foundation. The Event Manager is a part-time position and reports to the Executive Director. The Event Manager is expected to plan, manage and execute events and projects that help FIRE meet fundraising goals. The successful candidate should be service-focused, friendly, and able to work independently, as well as collaboratively. Attention to detail while juggling multiple priorities is essential. This position is best suited for an individual who thrives in a mission-driven environment. 

Preferred Work Experience and Education

• Event logistics and coordination
• Understanding of and exposure to nonprofit work environments. 
• Bachelor’s degree is required. Experience working in a development department is highly desirable.
• Experience and/or interest in education for children with special needs is helpful.  

• • Event logistics planning for five FIRE events annually including FIRE Ball Annual Gala, Golf Tournament, BonFIRE Community Engagement, Purses with Purpose, Annual Affiliate Retreat, and coordination and logistics for bi-ennial Inclusion in Action Conference. Specific tasks include venue management, coordination with vendors, volunteer recruitment and onsite event management.
  • Event Marketing and communications for event promotion including event related communication to attendees, event website content updates, coordination with Foundation calendar for social media updates, assistance with event print materials including invitations, programs, signage, reports and other communication vehicles.
  • Auction Management for FIREBall and Purses with Purpose including soliciting silent auction donations, updating and managing auction management software (entering items and managing bid amounts, photos, and all item information), managing item distribution and receipts after auction closes, overseeing text and email communication to all bidders both during the auction and after it closes, leading the post-event checkout process to ensure accurate, rapid payment processing and item distribution.
  • Interact with event attendees, donors, volunteers, and community members in a friendly and professional manner. 
  • Participate in staff meetings and planning sessions.
  • Other duties as assigned and / or deemed necessary to support FIRE’s growth and mission.
• Qualifications:
• • Passion for FIRE’s mission
  • Event management experience
  • Strong oral and written communications skills
  • Ability to multi-task and respond to situations appropriately
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word
  • Self-starter who exhibits good judgment and takes initiative to solve problems
  • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and remain calm under pressure
  • Ability to negotiate effectively
  • Attentive to details and focused on accuracy
  • Team player who brings positive energy and enthusiasm to the workplace.