Events Manager Consultant, Concilio

Posted by on November 07, 2010

Events Manager Consultant, Council of Spanish Speaking Organizations of Philadelphia, Inc. (Concilio)

Last day to apply: December 24, 2010

General Overview:
The Events Manager is responsible for market research and analysis, donor projections, sales, and portfolio management. He/she will plan, coordinate, and implement corporate and individual events (i.e. annual Hispanic Feista Event, Puerto Rican Day Parade, and black-tie gala) as part of the portfolio management.

Primary Duties Include:
• Provides market research and projections regarding the following organization goals: $260,000 for Arts & Cultural Festivals, and $60,000 for black-tie gala.
• Provides volunteers for Concilio’s Arts & Cultural Festivals.
• Manages the organization corporate and individual portfolios including the coordination of a black-tie gala.
• Communicates to primary stakeholders (board, corporations, foundations, government relationships, individuals) via monthly website updates.
• Develop and implement strategy to reach or exceed sales goals; manage, sustain, and nurture existing relationships with high-level partners in corporations, state agencies and other nonprofit organizations; and pursue new revenue generating business opportunities.
• Generate revenues for Concilio through the sale of sponsorships, program book advertising, and events.
• Develop strong sponsor relationships, renewing and enhancing participation and collaboration with Concilio.
• Communicating and presenting the activities and accomplishments of Concilio and delivering excellent customer service.
• Cultivate a portfolio of prospective sponsors to expand partner base.
• Work closely with Executive Director to develop materials/campaigns and other tools that support and enhance sales efforts and communicate the “value” of collaborating with and sponsoring Concilio.
• Provide event analysis of efforts and results;
Secondary Duties
• Drafts press releases related to corporation relations and submit to Executive Director for review and distribution.
Additional Qualifications:
Requirements
• B.A. in Business Administration or equivalent required. Master’s degree in Business Administration preferred.
• Sales and portfolio management experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills resulting in cultivating high-impact relationships with corporations, government agencies, individuals, and/or nonprofit organizations.
• Highly analytical ability to support the integration of related functional activities to ensure seamless and streamlined execution and communications.
• High energy and Team player, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Familiarity with the U.S. Hispanic community, Hispanic nonprofit organizations, and the Hispanic consumer/market.
• Ability to travel and work a modified/extended-hour schedule during event planning and event execution.
• Commitment to and passion for Concilio’s mission.
• Excellent, well-developed writing skills and the ability to synthesize information from different sources and present it in a variety of written formats and styles for various audiences (e.g., research briefs, testimony, data fact sheets).
• Strong organizational and administrative skills and attention to detail.
• Strong sense of self-motivation; able to function effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of computers essential, including strong competency in word processing skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Internet and email use required.
• Comfort and efficiency as team player
• Reliable job attendance essential.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability strongly preferred.
• Ethical standards with maturity, tact, and polished diplomatic skills.

How to Apply:
Janice Burgh
Concilio
705 N. Franklin Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
215-627-3100 ext. 210
Janice.Burgh@elconcilio.net

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