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Development and Events Manager (Fundraising & Donor Engagement)
We are seeking a Development and Events Manager (Fundraising & Donor Engagement) to join the Vista team in planning and executing fundraising events, managing volunteer leadership, and supporting donor relationships.
Reporting to the Vice President of Development and Communications, this Full-Time position will be based at our Madison, CT campus.
Responsibilities for a Development and Events Manager include, but are not limited to:- Coordinate ongoing development and fundraising events/activities, monitor and evaluate successful implementation, and follow through with systems and operations.
- Create relationships with community members and seek out new sponsors and donations of goods and money to support events and fundraising initiatives.
- Support donor cultivation, stewardship, and engagement efforts in collaboration with development leadership.
Essential Requirements:- Experience with special events, event planning, and managing all aspects of fundraising events.
- Valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record as defined by Vista.
Salary: Starting at $61,200; commensurate with experience
About Us
We are looking to grow a diverse, inclusive and mission-driven team at Vista Life Innovations. We offer a range of competitive benefits to support this goal:- Health: Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Family: A variety of paid leaves for eligible employees: Bereavement Leave, Family and Medical Leave and CT Paid Leave
- Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
- Basic Life Insurance: Eligible employees are provided with a $20,000 Life Insurance benefit (employer paid after 60 days of employment)
- Flexible schedules and time off: Generous PTO providing eligible employees with paid time off that may be used for sick time, for personal reasons, holidays and vacations; and Hybrid working opportunities for eligible positions
- Wellness: Staff retreats, employee wellness program and company-hosted events
- Employee Assistance Program: free and strictly confidential, nationwide network of counselors
- Medicare Concierge Program: Vista offers a free consultative program provided to all employees and retirees aged 60 and above
- Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities. Career Path Program for volunteers and interns
- Voluntary Benefits: Including cancer guardian, pet insurance and more!
- Mileage Reimbursement: for all eligible employees
Imagine the possibilities of being part of the success story of an adult with disabilities. Here at Vista Life Innovations, we are a nonprofit, human services organization supporting individuals with disabilities throughout the various stages of life. Each member of the Vista community is supported as a person on their own journey toward greater self-reliance, personal achievement, and independence.
Vista is a drug-free, Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Please visit our website for more information about Vista Life Innovations and our career opportunities.
