Reporting to the Special Events Director, the Special Events Planner is responsible for assisting and helping to lead special event fundraisers in all areas of planning, implementation, and execution to include the annual 700-person Roper Xavier Society Donor Appreciation Gala; at least two signature series events; multiple stewardship events including the Legacy Circle annual event. This position also assists with other institutional events such as board meetings. This position will maintain an active volunteer program by working closely with volunteers and committee to ensure the successful operations of events. The Special Events Planner will function as a liaison with other teammates to properly manage the design, content and quality of collateral material produced for development activities. Additionally, this position requires the management of lists, RSVPs, and working in applicable software systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree required.

Experience: Two years experience fundraising and/or event management experience required. Health care fundraising experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification: N/A
Primary Source Verification (if applicable):N/A

Knowledge/Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and Raiser's Edge software systems. Focus on independent strategic thinking and attention to detail. Have a professional attitude in appearance and demeanor. Protect the confidential nature of donor information. Knowledge of standard biographical and business-related reference manuals, use of Internet research engines, and the ability to manage multiple assignments with limited supervision.

Other: Exhibits enthusiasm and enjoyment for fundraising sin a health care donor-centered environment.

Contacts:patients, staff, physicians, coworkers, other departments within RSFH, donors, board members, business leaders, vendors, families, elected officials, community leaders, founding partners, granting agencies and all others related to fundraising program