Events Manager

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, an understanding of donor events, and a firm understanding of project management. • Support Senior Manager of Donor Events to execute a robust donor events strategy to deepen connections between NPR and supporters of public radio • Identify event programming opportunities that align NPR’s editorial goals and critical fundraising priorities to inspire donors to deepen their support • Serve as primary contact for all NPR donor events including: • NPR Foundation Board meetings • donor-hosted salon style events • virtual donor events • Manage operational logistics for donor events, including negotiation of vendor contracts, management of venue relationship, budget monitoring, expense processing, and other duties as needed • Work with team members across division to determine objectives, scope, timeline, and success metrics • On-sight staffing placement and talent management for assigned events • Manage the organization of briefing materials, including itineraries, talking points, etc. • Proficiency in Salesforce or other fundraising software • Understanding and experience with a diversity of fundraising events Salary Range: The U.S. based anticipated salary range for this opportunity is $82,000 - $90,000 plus benefits. Regular, full-time employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in NPR’s benefits options.