POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Director of Events & Engagement supports the Development Office's work through events and community-building initiatives. The Assistant Director of Engagement will oversee all fundraising events, as well as those programs and activities that build community within the life of the school. The Assistant Director of Engagement works closely with his/her teammates, as well as the Communication Office and Business Office.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and coordinate strategic fundraising and stewardship events for The Prairie School, including but not limited to the Golf Classic & Dinner, Prairie Premiere, and Grandparents’ Day. This includes oversight of fundraising (where appropriate), management of volunteers and vendors, planning and execution of the day-of experience, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders before, during, and after the event.
  
• Lead the planning and execution of events and engagement initiatives that build community, specifically as it relates to Prairie parents and families. Manage volunteers and vendors, oversee day-of logistics, and partner with internal and external stakeholders throughout all phases of community events and activities.
  
• Work with the Director of Philanthropy and Engagement to determine and adhere to budgetary, timing, and revenue benchmarks for all fundraising events.
  
• Recruit, manage, and grow relevant volunteer committees in collaboration with Development teammates.
  
• Collaborate with Development teammates and the Communication Office to imagine and execute donor stewardship initiatives to engage Prairie’s donors.
  
• Run all requested fundraising and engagement reports for Prairie’s events.
  
• Serve as the Development Office’s backup data entry point person.
  
• Provide additional event support for Development and Admission Teams as needed.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• The ability to successfully manage an array of details in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  
• A talent for building authentic relationships with people from diverse backgrounds, and a willingness and enthusiasm for collaborating with others.
  
• A growth mindset is enhanced by a creative, curious approach.
  
• The capability to work independently and strategically, to take initiative, and to react and adapt to changing situations and new opportunities appropriately.
  
• Proven effectiveness in a collaborative, supportive team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor’s degree and some experience managing events, even as a volunteer, are required. Independent school experience is preferred but not mandatory.