Event & Community Development Manager

6 days ago

Edmonton, Canada Alberta Dreams Full time

Job Title: Events & Community Development Manager
Location: Edmonton

About Alberta Dreams: Alberta Dreams is a not-for-profit organization that fulfills dreams for children in Alberta facing severe, chronic or life-threatening medical conditions. Our mission is to bring joy and unforgettable experiences to these brave children and their families.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Event Management:

- Plan, organize, and execute Alberta Dreams fundraising events
- Coordinate logistics, secure venues, and manage event budgets to ensure profitable and successful outcomes.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote events and maximize attendance and sponsorship.

2. Fundraising & Sponsorship:

- Support fundraising targets by identifying, cultivating, and securing sponsorships and donations.
- Develop and maintain relationships with corporate partners, sponsors, and donors.
- Create and manage fundraising campaigns, including third-party initiatives and corporate events.

3. Volunteer Management:

- Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for events and community engagement activities.
- Ensure a positive and rewarding experience for volunteers, fostering long-term commitment and support.

4. Community Engagement:

- Develop and implement community engagement strategies to increase awareness and brand recognition of Alberta Dreams.
- Organize and participate in community outreach activities.

Qualifications:

- Minimum 3-years of experience in event management, fundraising, marketing or fund development
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Fundraising, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, or a related field considered an asset.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for making a difference in the lives of children and their families.

Compensation: This is a performance-based role with competitive compensation, including base salary and performance incentives based on the achievement of fundraising and event success metrics.

**Deadline for Applications: January 24th, 2025**

Join Alberta Dreams and help create magical moments and lasting memories for children in need. Together, we can make dreams come true.

Pay: $60,736.67-$77,824.64 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Work from home

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Edmonton, AB T5B 1R1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Event Management: 3 years (required)
- Fund Raising: 3 years (required)
- Volunteer Management: 3 years (required)
- Community Engagement: 5 years (required)
- Marketing: 3 years (required)

**Location**:

- Edmonton, AB T5B 1R1 (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-24
Expected start date: 2025-02-03

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