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Wounded Warrior Project

Signature Events Specialist

Jacksonville, FL

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.

But if you're the kind of person who also cares about making an impact and serving our nation's wounded warriors and their families, then you're exactly the kind of person we're looking for. When you join Wounded Warrior Project, you're committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too - helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

At Wounded Warrior Project we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we're proud to offer benefits such as:

  • A flexible hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days' work from home)
  • Full medical, dental and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
  • Competitive pay and performance incentives
  • A fun, mission focused and collaborative team environment

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A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you're ready to get started, we're ready for you.
The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Signature Events Specialist is responsible for generating revenue to support our mission by planning, managing, and executing WWP sponsored fundraising events, including oversight of the event logistics, establishing, and maintaining vendor relationships, coordinating other WWP department involvement, assisting with fundraising efforts, and reporting on event results.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Aid in identifying and/or developing fundraising concepts for WWP Sponsored fundraising events.
  • Assist with coordinating event process and overall sponsorships.
  • Collaborate and serve as a liaison with various WWP departments to guarantee effective marketing and communication strategies for each event, tailored to its specific target audience.
  • Ensure the correct corporate messages are communicated to achieve the greatest return on investment.
  • Monitor event attendance, attendee communication and fundraising results, tracking, and reporting against approved budget to evaluate event success and determine future potential for a repeat activity.
  • Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with vendors, consultants, and other outside resources to ensure availability of quality resources for ongoing events activities.
  • Travel as needed to specific events to provide an onsite presence and resource during the event.
  • Work closely with the Signature Events Manager to ensure each event is on track from start to finish and meets agreed upon objectives.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

  • Highly motivated, passionate, and creative team player with demonstrated commitment to the organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team environment.
  • Effective organizational and time management skills, showcasing adaptability to changing priorities while consistently meeting deadlines, and efficiently manage multiple tasks with keen attention to detail in fast-paced environments.
  • Proficient using Microsoft Office, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
  • Proficient in quickly mastering proprietary software and recommended proficiency in utilizing various social media platforms.
  • Ability to provide a high level of service to targeted client/customer base.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Ability to establish credibility, be decisive, influence others, and influence change, while maintaining a consistently professional presence and demeanor
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships and interact effectively with diverse individuals to build successful working relationships.
  • Ability to troubleshoot, identify viable options, and problem-solve.
  • High energy level. Self- starter; willing to take initiative.
  • Possess strong fundraising, relationship building, and negotiation skills.
  • Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.
  • Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.

EXPERIENCE

Requirements

  • Two years of fundraising, sales, sponsorship, and/or event fundraising experience.

Preferences

  • Two years of experience working in a national non-profit.
  • Experience in corporate dinners, award recognition banquets, or events.

EDUCATION

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree. Equivalent combination of applicable education, training, certification, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Preferences

  • None.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

Requirements

  • None.

Preferences

  • None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • General office environment; temperature controlled.
  • May require participation in events under varying weather conditions.
  • Up to 30% travel.

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Wounded Warrior Project® is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note:
Wounded Warrior Project is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms without a written search agreement in place. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wounded Warrior Project via email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wounded Warrior Project in any form without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of Wounded Warrior Project, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wounded Warrior Project as a result of the referral or through other means."

Client-provided location(s): Jacksonville, FL, USA
Job ID: Wounded-R13609
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Leadership Training Program

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