About the Role:

The Development Events Coordinator works under the direction of the Deputy Director of Major Gifts and Events to conduct signature and special event fundraising and program activities, and general development department activities. The incumbent is a valued member  of a small but mighty team with a high-attention to detail. The ideal candidate is a goal oriented,  collaborative professional who seeks to advance our shared priorities and goals. 

The position is described below and involves travel to the Palo Alto area 10-15 times throughout the year and to Washington, D.C. annually. This position will work both remotely and in-person at our San Francisco office on a schedule to be determined with their manager.

Reports To: Deputy Director of Major Gifts and Events 
Location: San Francisco, CA - Hybrid
Level: Non-Exempt, Union Level II 

Salary: $50,000 - $58,000 a year

Responsibilities

• Conduct the administrative tasks for the events team
• Coordinate the logistics for the quarterly salon series
• Assist with the planning and implementation of pre- and post-event functions and activities, including but not limited to regular Host Committee or Leadership  Council meetings, special briefings or trainings
• Coordinate data management including maintenance of invite lists, RSVP and  fundraising tracking, and donor profiles
• Draft and send out event emails using a mail merge program 
• Maintain the database with event information and event donor solicitations
• Liaise with our digital team for event needs and webpages
• Serve as a point of contact for our Peninsula and San Francisco Leadership Councils
• Coordinate all logistical aspects for Signature and Special Events in California 
• Prepare and organize materials for events, event meetings, and Leadership Council  Meetings 
• Assist the Deputy Director of Major Gifts and Events in targeted donor outreach 
• Prepare donor call sheets, memos and acknowledgements
• Recruit and manage volunteers to assist at each event
• Prepare and submit check requests and invoices
• Participate in weekly check-ins and regular strategy meetings
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications (Required)

• Deep attention to detail;
• Strong interpersonal skills; 
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; 
• Experience in managing high-stress events to include fundraising or other type of events;   
• Experience with or demonstrated proficiency in using Excel, Word, Google Docs, Google Sheets;
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast paced environment; 
• Knowledge of diverse groups, working with a multicultural workforce and sensitivity  to and appreciation of cultural differences; and  
• Clear understanding of, and commitment to, NARAL's values, mission, vision, and goals. 

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience working with donors and/or customers;
• Experience with or demonstrated proficiency with Photoshop; 
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and manage volunteers; and
• Fundraising database experience. 

Skills You Will Further Develop

• Planning a large scale fundraising event 
• Donor research and knowledge of donor research platforms 
• Database management and data hygiene 
• Donor cultivation and stewardship, including how to engage with committees, volunteers, and different types of donors, including high-net-worth individuals

NARAL Pro-Choice America is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientations, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color (including bilingual and bicultural individuals), LGBTQ+ persons, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.