Job Description

The EVENTS AND PROJECTS SPECIALIST is a member of the Public Affairs Team dedicated to engaging the community around the mission to save and heal lives through organ donation. This individual is the primary contact for the signature Blue & Green Walk/5k events, the largest events and fundraisers for the organization and will support the operations of the Massachusetts Organ Transplant Fund. __ Under the supervision of Director, Community Affairs & Development, the Events and Projects Specialist is responsible for event logistics, team and sponsor recruitment, building new partnerships and increasing attendance and revenue for the Blue & Green Walk/5Ks. There is occasional travel to remote NEDS locations with occasional weekend work as needed for events; overnight business travel 1-2 times/year.

• Serve as the key staff member in organizing, planning and executing the Blue & Green Walk/5ks.
• Assist in the preparation of a strategic plan for the growth and success of the Blue & Green Walk/5ks, including plans to engage teams, partners and sponsors.
• Responsible for executing a developed plan and event logistics, including site preparation, vendor management, sponsor engagement and deliverables, budget and timeline management, marketing and team captain kick-off events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing teams and sponsors with focus on retention and recruitment.
• Design and update event websites, maintain CRM for event and serves as primary contact for troubleshooting.
• Assist in creation of marketing materials and distribution.

THIS IS A HYBRID POSITION, CANDIDATES WOULD IDEALLY BE FROM MA OR CT WITH ABILITY TO TRAVEL TO EVENTS AND TO THE WALTHAM, MA AND VERNON, CT OFFICE WHEN NEEDED.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or a combination or education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
• Previous experience working in event planning and/or fundraising events preferred.
• Previous experience in a non-profit or healthcare organization preferred.
• Proficiency Microsoft Office suite, ZOOM, Peer to Peer/Online Fundraising Software (Classy preferred) and CRM Software (Salesforce preferred)

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Required to travel by personal vehicle to meet the duties and responsibilities of this position. Must maintain the requirements of an “eligible driver” including maintaining an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and required minimum personal automobile insurance per NEDS automobile policy.
• Required ability to rent and operate UHAUL/rented truck.
• Valid state driver’s license required.

Additional Information

HIRING ALERT: NEDS is actively taking precautions to protect our community, staff and partners during this time of medical emergency due to COVID-19. IN ORDER TO BE EMPLOYED AT NEDS, YOU MUST BE VACCINATED AND BOOSTED FOR COVID-19.

When you join New England Donor Services you can expect competitive salaries and a great benefit package. Benefits include a generous paid time off program, BCBS Health and Dental Insurance, Healthcare Reimbursement Account, 2x Annual Salary Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, 403(b) Retirement Contribution, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program and Discounts through Working Advantage.

New England Donor Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diverse candidates to apply to meet the needs of the multicultural and multilingual communities we serve.

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.