The BMA is seeking a Special Events Manager who will play an integral role in a fast-paced Development office. The full-time, exempt position, which reports to the Senior Director of Development, is responsible for overall project management of special events that support the Museum’s fundraising initiatives for trustee, major donor, member, and corporate audiences, among others.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Help plan, implement, and staff events
- Oversee budgets and contracts
- Collaborate with Development colleagues as well as those from other departments, and assist with other activities associated with events such as ticketing, mailings, and reservations. These events include exhibition openings, receptions and dinners of all sizes, member engagement programming, and major fundraisers, which currently includes a dinner in Venice in celebration of the 2017 Biennale.
- Coordinate the Museum’s Member/Donor travel program, which includes day trips, as well as domestic and international travel.
As the Museum’s director implements new initiatives and programming, other responsibilities may be added to the position to support his vision for the Museum.
Employer Name:
Baltimore Museum of Art
Job Title:
Special Events and Donor Engagement Manager
Job Submission Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
• 4-year undergraduate degree
• 3-5 years Special Events and Project Management experience
• Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and social media
• Experience in working with volunteers
• Proven ability to anticipate needs and challenges and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Occasional nights and weekend work required
• A passion for the arts
BENEFITS
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. For this exempt position we offer medical, dental, vision, prescription, 403b deferred compensation, long term disability, flexible spending account, museum and restaurant discount, and reduced fee gym membership and continuing education discount. We also offer accrued vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick days.
APPLY
Send a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements via e-mail to
[email protected].. Please include in the email subject line: “Special Events Manager - with your first and last name”.
Incomplete application materials will not be considered.
No phone calls, please.
