Manager of Donor Experience & Events

Outreach is hiring a Manager of Donor Experience & Events to lead the strategy, planning, and execution of donor engagement and fundraising events that strengthen relationships, inspire generosity, and drive revenue growth. This position plays a critical role in transforming Outreach's events into intentional donor experiences that cultivate lifelong supporters while serving as an operational leader within the Resource Development team.

Benefits & Compensation

• $65,000–$75,000 annually, based on education, experience, and qualifications.
• Paid vacation, agency holidays, sick days, Illinois Paid Leave, and wellness days.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and Employee Discount.
• A mission-driven environment that fosters professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of all Outreach fundraising, donor cultivation, marketing, and community events.
• Design donor-centered event experiences that support donor acquisition, engagement, retention, and long-term giving.
• Develop measurable goals for each event, including donor conversion, retention, and revenue outcomes.
• Partner with gift officers to identify, invite, and cultivate prospective donors while creating intentional pathways from event attendee to long-term funding partner.
• Collaborate with leadership on sponsorship strategies, fundraising goals, and donor engagement initiatives.
• Oversee all aspects of event planning, including budgets, timelines, vendor relationships, venue coordination, logistics, and post-event follow-up.
• Serve as the operational hub for the Resource Development team by coordinating priorities, supporting leadership initiatives, and ensuring projects move efficiently from planning through execution.
• Other duties as assigned