[Hiring] Development Director, Social Events @Susan G. Komen

Role Description

The Development Director, Social Events will build and execute a premier $1M+ fundraising gala in Orange County. This role encompasses all revenue-generating activities including:

• Executive committee recruitment and activation
• Sponsorship solicitation
• Table sales
• Auction procurement
• Year-round community engagement through strategic cultivation events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Social Entrepreneurship; other equivalencies considered
• 7-10 years of progressive development experience
• Proven track record leading gala events generating $1M+ in revenue
• Demonstrated success in major gift identification, cultivation, and closing
• Experience creating high-level, customized proposals for varied donor constituencies
• Strong ability to recruit, build, and lead effective solicitation teams
• Expertise working with C-suite executives and board members
• Excellent fundraising planning and budget management capabilities
• Experience building sustainable donors and sponsor pipelines
• Proficiency with Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) systems
• Outstanding interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Strong leadership, stewardship, and relationship-building abilities
• Passion for and knowledge of Susan G. Komen's mission and programs
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel 30%+ based on seasonal business needs

Requirements

• Travel requirements outside of your home office will be up to 30% or more depending on business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $70,000 - $90,000/annual, based on various factors
• Health, dental, vision, and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
• Unlimited Paid Time Off Plan
• Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
• Bi-weekly work from home stipend
• Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• A culture of learning and development
• And so much more!