The Events & Community Engagement Manager is responsible for all aspects of the yearly Milwaukee Stars Merengue signature event; annual donor & external events; benefactor stewardship/reporting and volunteer engagement. With a donor-centered focus, this position engages donors, potential donors, volunteers, and students to achieve yearly targeted fundraising and stewardship goals. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a working knowledge of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School’s Catholic, Jesuit mission in general, and funding priorities specifically, to articulate a compelling case for support to various constituents.
• Develop strategy and execute CRJ’s signature event. Effectively manage event logistics, vendor negotiations/ contracting/relations, and budgets/expenses while developing concepts, themes and formats that increase supporters, increase brand awareness, and grow revenue to meet yearly budgeted targets.
• Plan and execute external facing events that support the stewardship and retention of donors & volunteers. 
• Recruit, manage, and engage volunteers to support CRJ in order to meet the Advancement department’s  annually established  goals.
• Manage recruitment and programming of student ambassador program.
• Responsible for calling prospective donors/sponsors to solicit support. Use a CRM database to maintain prospect lists, accurate contact information and outreach efforts. 
• Successfully track event success, KPI, and strategic initiatives for the Board.
• Work with the Advancement team to prioritize and submit event proposals for funding requests and impact reporting.
• Serve as school liaison and enhance relationships in the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission of the school.