Under limited supervision, responsible for assisting with the logistics of coordinating, planning, implementing and executing promotions, special events and committee meetings. • Plans and organizes strategic development events and fundraisers including galas, donor meetings, luncheons and receptions. • Provides assistance with set up of facilities, equipment, supplies and prizes for assigned events. • Collaborates with other staff on design and implementation of mobile apps/social media to promote event(s). Develops and designs invitations, creates guest lists, coordinates internal and external services and greets visitors. • Maintains and coordinates registration to include registrant documentation. • Assists with set up in management software and updates/maintains database as needed. • Work closely with Director to build and maintain relationships with committee volunteers, corporate partners, foundations and vendors. • Analyze, develop, and manage budgets and trending plans for annual donor, alumni and community relations events. • Monitoring and responding to conference emails. • Performs all other duties as assigned. • Ability to develop, plan, execute, and manage donor related special events. • Superior writing, editing and research skills. • Maintain strict confidentiality. • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interface professionally with administration, faculty, students, alumni, volunteers and community. • Skilled in fundraising and special events. • Ability to multitask, prioritize, establish and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Superior organizational and problem solving skills as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Ability to engage donors, prospects and volunteers verbally and in writing with sincerity and enthusiasm. • Ability to work in a communicative, interactive, and team-based setting and remain calm under pressure. • Ability to work with multiple volunteer leaders in a demanding environment. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of programs, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint and experience with Raiser's Edge fundraising software. Education: High school diploma or GED is required. Experience: Five (5) years related experience is required.