Philanthropy and Events Manager, Council for the Homeless
Vancouver

Description

The Philanthropy and Events Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and overseeing strategies for the organization’s annual fundraising campaigns and special events. This individual will work closely with the development and leadership teams to cultivate and sustain relationships with donors, ensure the successful planning and execution of events, and oversee all aspects of the annual giving program. The manager will also collaborate with communications staff to develop and enhance donor communications using storytelling and key data points, track fundraising progress, and ensure alignment with the organization’s mission and goals.

WORK LOCATION

This position is based in our Vancouver WA office and requires in-person work during the first 30 days of employment. After 30 days, employees may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule based on business needs and manager approval. Employees approved for a hybrid schedule are expected to work the majority of their work week in office.

JOB CONDITIONS

Fast-paced office environment with frequent interruptions and occasional urgent situations. Regularly interacts with members of the public. Requires reliable transportation within the agency’s service area. Normal working hours not to exceed 40 hours a week, with occasional shifts to evening/weekend coverage as determined necessary by Council for the Homeless.

DEMANDS/COMPLEXITY

This position requires a high degree of complexity, self-direction, innovation, and problem-solving skills. Position requires strong relationships with CFTH staff and Board of Directors, funders, contractors, and community stakeholders.



The individual in this role must be able to lift and carry materials related to events (e.g., decorations, event supplies) and must be able to stand, walk, and work for extended periods during events and at a desk.

CONTACT WITH OTHERS

Contacts are normally made with others both within the CFTH offices and outside the agency. They frequently contain confidential/sensitive information always necessitating discretion.

Requirements

ANNUAL GIVING DUTIES

- Develop and implement an annual giving strategy that targets both current and existing donors.
- Oversee direct mail, digital campaigns including Give More 24, email outreach, and donor appeals to meet fundraising goals.
- Build event sponsorship packages and cultivate relationships with potential sponsors.
- Manage donor acknowledgements, segmentation, tracking, and recognition to enhance donor retention.
- Create and manage donor recognition programs to honor and celebrate giving.
- Analyze annual giving data to assess the effectiveness of campaigns and identify areas for improvement.
- Develop and manage budgets for annual giving campaigns.
- Track expenses and revenue to ensure financial targets are met.
- Analyze post-campaign results to determine return on investment and future strategies.

EVENT PLANNING AND COORDINATION DUTIES

- Lead the planning, coordination,



and execution of special events such as fundraising gatherings, donor house parties, and donor appreciation events.
- Lead the logistics planning for Project Homeless Connect and Housing and Homelessness Advocacy Day and collaborate with staff and planning committees to execute the event.
- Lead the planning for educational events that are built into the annual calendar. Collaborate with staff to execute events.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners, vendors, and contractors to ensure event logistics, budgets, timelines, and goals are met.
- Work with event volunteers to engage them in the process.
- Work with communications staff and contractors or vendors to ensure event promotions, marketing, and event collateral materials align with organizational branding.
- Develop and manage budgets for events.
- Track expenses and revenue to ensure financial targets are met for events.
- Analyze post-event outcomes to determine return on investment and future strategies.

DONOR STEWARDSHIP DUTIES

- Develop and implement strategies for donor engagement and retention, with a focus on new, low and mid-level donors, and sponsors.
- Communicate with donors to share the impact of their contributions, including through thank-you letters, newsletters, and donor recognition events.
- Work with development staff to maintain a donor database and ensure timely and accurate tracking of donations, pledges, and gifts.
- Work closely with the development team, executive leadership, and board members to align fundraising goals.
- Collaborate with communications staff to develop compelling messagi

📌 Philanthropy and Events Manager, Council for the Homeless (Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Housing Authority
📍 Vancouver