Manager of Community Engagement & Events

The YMCA of Niagara seeks a Manager of Community Engagement & Events to develop and execute a multi-year event growth strategy, identify and secure corporate sponsorships, and oversee event operations and financial management. The ideal candidate has a post-secondary degree in event management, marketing, or a related field and a minimum 4-5 years of experience in event-based fundraising and sponsorship development.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in event management, marketing, business, communications, nonprofit management, or related field.
• Minimum 4–5 years’ experience in event-based fundraising and sponsorship development.
• Ongoing professional development in event strategy and community engagement.
• Training in sponsorship development, fundraising events, or project management considered an asset.
• Demonstrated success achieving philanthropic targets through fundraising events.
• Strong project management and budget management skills with Profit and Loss accountability.

Benefits

• Annual Salary: $60,000 - $65,000
• Fully Employer paid LTD, Group Life, AD&D, Health and Dental after 3 month probation
• Three weeks Paid Vacation to start
• Eligible to enroll in the YMCA of Canada Retirement Pension Plan after 1 year of service