Job Details
The Encompass Group is working with one of America's premier think tanks in the country and they are looking for an Event Coordinator.
The work of their fellows and staff advances ideas rooted in our belief in democracy, free enterprise, American strength and global leadership. As a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, this non-profit relies on donations from individuals and organizations to support their critical work.
Responsibilities
- Manage email communications with donors on the Developments events group email list.
- Create regional and signature event invitations through Marketo and Salesforce software, and work with the development team to compile targeted lists.
- Conduct occasional reviews of scholars and their research to determine which scholars are best suited for events.
- Works with Development events team to produce event materials and select food and beverages.
- Attend and execute on-site registration for regional and signature events. This entails interacting with donors and VIPs and fielding questions about event experience, lodging, and transportation.
- Compile and maintain a database of prospective event locations for regional events.
- Develop relationships with the development team through weekly meetings to understand donor preferences and needs.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree is required.
- The ability to remain in a stationary position, move about and traverse an event space, and frequently move items weighing up to 15 pounds is necessary.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated interest in the company's policy areas.
- Ability to assist clients with a calm, courteous, and helpful manner and attitude.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce software.
This Development Assistant over Events is an opportunity to join a highly respected and successful company that is forward in its thinking and recognizes its biggest asset is its employee talent. If you feel your skills are a fit and you want to learn more about this, please apply and call me immediately. This is an urgent need that will not last long.