Manager, Events and Appeals

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled. 

Events and Appeals Manager

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement. 

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. 

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply. 

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

An Events and Appeals Manager at Catholic Charities: 

• Plans, oversees and coordinates all logistics for events including, but not limited to, venue, decorations, attendee list, entertainment, food, etc., to ensure events run smoothly and achieve desired goals and are consistent with Agency mission and Catholic teachings. 
• Plans, oversees and coordinates all logistics for appeals including, but not limited to, vendors, yearly output planning, costs, etc., to ensure the appeals achieve desired goals and are consistent with Agency mission and Catholic teachings. 
• Develops, implements and adheres to effective event and appeals planning timelines and ensures deadlines are met.
• Plans and provides material for events and appeals marketing collateral to strategically promote the ministry. 
• Works and plans with development team to fill events with the best donors.
• Evaluates, selects and negotiates contracts with vendors for both events and appeals.
• Manages all pre- and post-event communications to ensure consistent and appropriate messaging.
• Coordinates registration and attendee tracking, including ensuring invitees and attendees are accurately tracked and entered into agency database.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and execute creative, fundraising events from concept through post –event evaluation. 
• Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate and include volunteers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, both interpersonally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population. 
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Colorado driver’s license and proof of insurance required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

$60,000-$65,000 Annually

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more. 

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including: 

• Shift is Full Time 
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance. 
• 15 Paid Holidays annually
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation. 
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date. 
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits. 

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match. 

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you! 

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process. Drug-Free Workplace 

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

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