Events Experience Manager

Wolfe’s Neck Center seeks an Event Experience Manager to lead the strategic development and implementation of all signature events for Wolfe’s Neck Center and management of venue rentals, including the Smith Center for Education and Research and the Mallet Barn. • Develops the strategy for and oversees the execution of WNC’s signature events which currently include the Farm to Table Series, Summer Concert, Beers and Bites, Harvest Dance, and Fall Festival • Cultivates relationships with external partners (i.e., chefs) and vendors to secure their active participation in events and works to ensure a positive experience • Identifies and recruits new partners and vendors to enhance WNC events, while also meeting goals for revenue • Manages business partner relationships through event sponsorships • Assists with the development of concepts, themes and formats for other events for the organization that engage supporters, increase mission awareness and grow revenue • Creates and manages the annual events budget, developing recommendations and plans for future events and serving as lead contact for developing annual event calendar • Manages ticketing process for all WNC events in collaboration with Marketing Coordinator • Provides event management training to the Marketing Coordinator to maximize productivity and efficiency • Provides expertise to staff in the planning and execution of non-signature events • Works with the Communications staff to develop content for event correspondence, collateral materials, social media and web • Negotiates with consultants and vendors to secure rates and enhance budgets Qualifications • Three to five years of hands-on experience in coordinating and managing events, including fundraisers and other nonprofit events • Experience in nonprofit fundraising and development, customer service or related field, experience in food service is a plus • Strong interpersonal and communication skills including excellent public speaking, writing and computer skills, with orientation to customer service • Experience developing and managing partnerships • Ability to multitask with a variety of people in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines • Project management skill with proven attention to detail and strong organizational skills • Strong commitment to working within the local community and diverse groups of people • Ability to work well independently, as a member of a high functioning team and develop effective working relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds • Ability to work well under pressure • Ability to lift and move heavy objects ( 50–75 lbs) safely and efficiently • Must be able to work a variable work schedule, which includes frequent work on weekends during the event season Benefits: The Events and Rentals Manager is a full-time position based at Wolfe’s Neck Center in Freeport, ME. Applicants are selected based on their ability to perform the essential functions of the job, prior work experience, and references from previous employers.