Director of Special Events (Full-Time)

As the Director of Special Events, you will oversee all aspects of ChildServe branded special fundraising events including, but not limited to: Bubble Ball, Golf Fore The Kids, Employee Campaign, Sprinkles of Thanks local and regional stewardship events, and serve as the primary contact for all third-party events.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Events Management - Plan and execute fundraising events, managing timelines, logistics, and event operations. Coordinate event marketing, sponsorship fulfillment, vendor relationships, and attendee communications. Oversee event budgets, on-site execution, and post-event follow-up to ensure a high-quality experience.
• Donor & Sponsor Relations - Manage a portfolio of special event sponsors and fundraising partners. Cultivate donor and sponsor relationships through stewardship, engagement, and recognition efforts. Collaborate with Development leadership to secure sponsorships and maximize fundraising opportunities.
• Database Management - Maintain accurate event, donor, sponsorship, and payment records in the foundation database. Track registrations, pledges, attendance, and event outcomes for reporting and follow-up. Serve as a backup resource for gift processing and donor receipting.
  
  

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Three years of professional experience in event management, fundraising, sales, communications, or marketing and/or public relations.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively and professionally in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  
  

Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe

• ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children's specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child’s unique needs.
• ChildServe’s four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child’s needs in one location.
• Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.
  
  

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email careers@childserve.org. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.