Fundraising-Events Manager

Job Description

The Fundraising-Events Manager provides leadership, organization, and oversight for Angelus Academy's two in-person fundraising initiatives, the annual Gala and Jog-A-Thon. The role ensures fundraising events are thoughtfully planned, well-executed, and aligned with the mission, values, and financial goals of the school.

The Fundraising-Events Manager works closely with and reports to the Director of Development. S/he builds rapport and collaborates with committees, volunteers, vendors, and donors needed to deliver engaging, mission-driven events that strengthen community involvement and donor support.

Core Responsibilities:

-- Provide strategic coordination for the annual Gala (Fall) and Jog-A-Thon (Spring).
-- Establish timelines, goals, and priorities for each initiative.
-- Lead planning and ensure execution of the Gala and Jog-A-Thon.
-- Oversee program structure, timelines, and logistics.
-- Carry out the events' themes, as approved by the Director of Development.
-- Recruit and manage fundraiser committee members and volunteers.
-- Coordinate sponsorship outreach, auction items, raffles, and donor recognition.
-- Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors and event-day operations.
-- Encourage and facilitate student, parent, and classroom participation and engagement.
-- Develop relationships with potential donors and sponsors.

Qualifications:

-- Strong organizational and project-management skills
-- Ability to lead teams, manage volunteers, and juggle multiple initiatives
-- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
-- Creative, enterprising, and resourceful outlook
-- Event planning or fundraising experience preferred
-- Commitment to the mission and values of Angelus Academy

About the Employer

Founded in 2000 by the Women's Apostolate to Youth (WAY), Angelus Academy is an independent Catholic school located in Springfield, Virginia that serves students in preschool through eighth grade. We offer a Catholic liberal arts education in the classical tradition.