Emea Events Coordinator

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Room to Read Full time

Location: London (Hybrid)
- The Opportunity:

- As the Fundraising Events Coordinator for the EMEA region, you will support the implementation of Room to Read’s three annual galas (London, Zurich and Dubai), along with other fundraising events throughout the year in the UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa. You’ll act as a partner to develop fresh approaches to increase engagement with both new and existing corporate sponsors and high-net-worth donors. Using your exceptional organizational and time management skills, you’ll ensure that logistics are seamlessly executed and processes are streamlined.

In this role, you will report to the Senior Director of Global Events and will collaborate closely with the Director of Development for the EMEA Region. You’ll also assist the Development Managers in each region to help them achieve their fundraising goals by supporting events. The position requires travel to Switzerland and the UAE for annual events, and potentially other event locations if needed.

If you are creative, resourceful, and an excellent manager of time and resources, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:
- Support the EMEA Development Director in executing the EMEA team’s overall event strategy.-
- Administer all logístical elements of event management in the EMEA region, including selecting venues, creating program formats, arranging for catering, managing auction procurement, obtaining sponsorship, and developing collateral materials.-
- Fulfill requests from Development Managers, including research, lookbook, creating events, requesting and logging dietary requirements and other data as needed.-
- Design processes to streamline activities including guest registration, event promotions, sponsorship pitches, gift and revenue tracking, prize delivery and thank you communications for implementation by local market teams.-
- Create and execute unique engagement activities to attract and retain high-net-worth donors.-
- Partner with local volunteer chapters in London, Zurich and Dubai to identify volunteers to assist with in-person event tasks including gala venue visits, logistics for charity concerts, etc.-
- Work with key corporate accounts and corporate sponsors, such as auction items donors, wine sponsors, etc., and secure auction items in each market; manage items secured from other sources.Research and identify areas for cost savings.-
- Prepare reports on return on investment and other key metrics such as average donation per attendee and number of new attendees for the Director to present at EMEA board meetings.What You’ll Bring:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.- Minimum of 3 years’ non-profit fundraising event experience in the Middle East, UK or Europe with an understanding of the event landscape in London, Zurich and/or Dubai.- Success coordinating fundraising events, such as galas, for high-net-worth individuals.- Experience with streamlining processes.- Success partnering with corporate sponsors, auction donors, and vendors.- Outstanding interpersonal skills and stakeholder management ability.- Willingness to work occasionally outside of standard hours, including evenings, in support of events and activities.- Ability and willingness to travel on an as needed basis.- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred:
- Some experience with donor databases (i.e. Salesforce) or desire to learn database systems- Canva

Bonus Points for:
- Arabic, German or French speaker

We Offer:
- The salary range for this position is GBP 38,450 - 43,150 per year. Compensation may vary depending on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, skill set, and relevant education or certifications.- 25 days of paid leave per year- 8 bank holidays per year + 3 early closure days preceding select holidays

Location(s)

Global Office - United Kingdom - London

To be successful at Room to Read, you will also:

- Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization
- Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change
- Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
- Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration
- Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment

Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

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