Manager, Donor Engagement & Special Events- *REMOTE*

Core responsibilities:

• Leverage national events as strategic opportunities to build and strengthen relationships with major donors and corporate sponsors, aligning engagement efforts with best practices in identification, cultivation, and solicitation.
• Develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies, including sponsorship packages, peer-to-peer fundraising opportunities, and tiered giving levels, to maximize revenue from distinguished events.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute national events, ensuring alignment with Kesem's mission, values, and milestones, such as the 25th Anniversary.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive, year-round stewardship plan that emphasizes relationship-building and personal engagement, ensuring donors feel deeply connected to Kesem's mission and impact.

This role supports children through and beyond their parent's cancer by organizing fundraising events that raise over $700,000 annually, enabling Kesem to provide innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community for affected children.

Required qualifications:

• A minimum of five years of experience in donor stewardship, relationship management, and large-scale fundraising event logistics, aligning engagement strategies with organizational goals.
• Skilled in vendor and sponsorship management, strategic event planning, data analytics, and optimizing ROI, with proficiency in tools like Salesforce, Classy, and Hive.
• Strong communicator with expertise in writing, presentations, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cohesive, mission-aligned events and donor experiences.
• Experienced in training and managing event volunteers or staff, incorporating DEI principles, and leveraging digital and hybrid technologies to expand reach.

No specific compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description.

Kesem is a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond their parent's cancer with innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community.