Description

Job Title: Events and Development Specialist

Job Status: Full-Time, 12 months

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Marketing and Communications

Reports to: Director of Marketing and Communications

Job Summary

TKA is a Christ-centered school grounded in a Biblical worldview, and we are looking for an Events and Development Specialist who is a follower of Jesus Christ and is dedicated to the school’s Christ-centered mission. The primary responsibility of the Events and Development Specialist is to advance the mission of The King’s Academy by showcasing the school and developing positive relationships through the planning and execution of multiple school events that are public facing.This role will also assist with the administration of the school’s donor database and with donor-facing communication.

Requirements

Essential Job Functions

Regular Activities

Mentor a group of students by meeting daily as part of the school’s home group program
Plan and coordinate events, event programming, Facility, AV, and IT support requests, set-up and decor, clean-up, and signage
Be present to assist before, during, and after each event.
Ensure all facilities are left as needed and all equipment and supplies are cleaned and stored
Ensure adequate staffing at events and direct all personnel involved with events. Plan for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event and troubleshoot emerging problems on the day of the event
Create promotional flyers for major events
Plan events with attention to financial and time constraints and ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations, and school policies and procedures
Liaise with hospitality staff or third-party vendors when food is served at events
Work closely with the Director of Marketing & Communications to ensure the event details are communicated with staff, volunteers, and TKA’s community and all printed materials are prepared and reviewed by the Director before the event
Evaluate events and keep thorough records of the event planning process, budget, and feedback from stakeholders for the following year
Maintain the school’s donor database, including recording donations on a timely basis, sending donor acknowledgements, and updating donor contact information

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Minimum of 2 years experience in Event Planning required
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, or Event Planning preferred
Experience with donor tracking software (Donor Perfect, Raiser’s Edge, etc.) preferred

Skills and Abilities

Experience using Canva, Spark, or other software to create flyers, posters, & invitations
Strong leadership qualities and mentoring skills
Excellent skills in communicating both orally and in written form
Able to work both independently and in a team setting
Demonstrated ability to lead by example
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Ability to learn new computer software systems

Core Characteristics

Commitment to loving and serving Jesus Christ and supporting the school’s mission
Outstanding organizational abilities and attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Positive, flexible, resourceful, and solution-oriented
Able to understand, love, and relate to students
Must be active in or pursuing community in a local Christian body of believers
Must have compatible theology in line with TKA's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Agreement

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Required to use the computer throughout the day
Work will be performed from the campus
Will move throughout the campus during the day
May occasionally have to lift up to 20 pounds
Work is generally performed, year-round, Monday-Friday from 7:30 am-4:00 pm
This position will require you to work some nights and Saturdays, per the events calendar
This position will occasionally require you to work nights, weekends, and overnights (for trips/events). As much advance notice as possible will be provided.

Salary & Benefits

TKA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additionally, TKA has an HSA and FSA plan, Employee Assistance Program, 403(B) base with matching contributions, basic life insurance, paid time off, and paid professional development.
Pay Grid: Specialist II
Pay Grid Range: $67,643-$85,787
- Salary is based on a preset pay grid and determined by education and experience; Most candidates enter in the lower to middle range.

Please Note:

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; therefore, this job description is subject to change.

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Events and Development Specialist