Events and Fundraising Manager Position Available In Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut

Events and Fundraising Manager Ron Foley Foundation, Inc. West Hartford, CT 06107 Events and Fundraising Manager Position About Us The Ron Foley Foundation was founded in memory of Ron Foley, who lost his fight with pancreatic cancer in 2005. This growing Foundation is dedicated to promoting early detection through awareness and education with hopes to find a cure through research. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and our mission is to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer through education, raise funds for medical research, and provide financial aid to pancreatic cancer patients in need. The Ron Foley Foundation is located in West Hartford CT. To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.ronfoleyfoundation.org Full Job Description We are seeking a mission-driven individual to join our small collaborative team and lead innovative fundraising strategies, with a specific focus on increasing financial support through our current and future events. The position requires the planning and implementation of established and new events. Our current major annual events are in May and November, but our growth strategy requires the person in this role to help us develop additional events throughout the year. This role is also charged with creating and implementing fundraising strategies to increase revenue. This position will report to the President/Founder of the organization. There are no direct reports to this position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform planning, budgeting, logistics, and administrative tasks for all Foundation events with a focus of increased revenue and attendance
• Represent the foundation with professionalism in working with outside vendors and community partners
• Cultivate and build relationships with new and existing sponsors
• Manage volunteer communication and logistics for all events
• Oversee volunteer committees, lead volunteer meetings, increase the number of volunteers for the organization, and provide engagement for current and future volunteers.
• Brainstorm and implement new events and other non event fundraising strategies in support of Foundation strategy and mission
• Support the board of directors in their fundraising efforts

Days/Hours:

Part-time, 15

• 20 hours per week, 2 days in office required. Our West Hartford Center office includes free parking. Hours are flexible. Attendance at evening volunteer/staff Zoom meetings required. Some annual events require weekend/evening attendance. This job is perfect for a parent, someone reentering the workplace, or a recent retiree. Qualifications
• Events management experience: 2-3+ years (Preferably in the non-profit sector)
• 2-or 4
• year college degree preferred
• Strong and proficient computer skills including experience in Google Suite and Microsoft office suite specifically strong word, outlook and excel skills
• Must have strong and proficient experience with CRM databases, such as Donor View or similar system
• Strong and previous skills with online event management system
• Excellent proofing/editorial skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple work assignments
• Great attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Professionalism and a winning attitude
• A team player who is willing to engage in an open, honest small-office environment, while also maintaining a sense of humor
• Independent worker who is unafraid to ask questions Job Details Salary $25
• $28 an hour Job Type Part-time, Hybrid
• 2 days in office, home hours flexible Location West Hartford, CT Start date: No later than September 2, 2025 Please send cover letter and resume to Barbara Foley at barbara@ronfoleyfoundation.

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Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

Up to $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 15

• 20 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person