National Jewish Health, a 125-year-old non-profit and world leader in respiratory, immune, and cardiac care, is seeking a dynamic Regional Director of Special Events to lead fundraising and event efforts in the New York region. For over 56 years, the organization's Real Estate and Construction Industries annual gala has been a cornerstone event, raising more than $57 million over three decades, including $2.5 million at the most recent event.
This role oversees all aspects of event planning, logistics, and fundraising in collaboration with passionate volunteer leadership and the Denver-based Associate Vice President of Events. The Regional Director reports to the Associate Vice President of the Eastern region and will supervise a team of three, strategize to grow the regional event portfolio, and ensure exceptional donor experiences that inspire support for the institution's groundbreaking mission.
Position SummaryTo plan, execute and oversee logistics and fundraising for events in the region. To identify, cultivate and solicit event donors, honorees and committee prospects to lay strategies for event fundraising and assist with regional fundraising activities as needed.
Essential Duties
Responsible for creating fundraising strategy, managing event logistics and implementing all details for assigned events.Develops strategies to meet or exceed all budgeted revenue goals in coordination with AVP Events.Oversees all event fundraising activity in the region.Supervises regional events staff.Develops and cultivates relationships with Regional Trustees and event leadership.Assists as needed with planning other events that are created. Operates and produces events within approved cost of fundraising.Documents all donor contacts in compliance with National Jewish Development procedures. Maintains donor files and accounts as assigned to them.Acts as an institutional representative with National Jewish public.Develops plans for securing gifts (key event sponsors) from new sources.Performs other related duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.Performs as back up to staff absences and vacancies as necessary.Performs all other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor degree in related field required. Additional training in development and non-profit management preferred.Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years fundraising or related experience required.Special Training, Certification or Licensure: NoneBenefitsAt National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Cigna health plan regional office employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with the plan.Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays.Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan.Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.Application Deadline: This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
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