Events Director- Houston, TX
The Events Director reports to executive leadership and is responsible for the strategic development, planning, execution, and evaluation of a comprehensive events program. This role plays a key part in driving donor engagement and fundraising through high-impact events, while ensuring seamless execution and strong relationships with stakeholders to enhance the organizations visibility and mission.
Job: Event Director Address: Houston, TX 77056 Type: Direct hire Benefits: 100% paid medical, M/D offered plus matching up to 3% IRA account. Hours: 8:30-5:00 with a 30 min lunch Parking: Paid parking Perks: Free gym membership Pay: $75,000 - 100,000
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute an annual events strategy aligned with fundraising and organizational goals
Identify new event concepts to expand donor engagement and revenue opportunities
Partner with leadership to ensure alignment of event initiatives with overall priorities
Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, marketing, and guest management
Lead planning and execution of large-scale events such as galas, auctions, conferences, and donor engagements
Manage budgets and timelines to ensure successful delivery within financial targets
Evaluate event performance using attendance and donor data; prepare reports and insights for leadership
Conduct post-event reviews to identify improvements and enhance future events
Gather feedback from stakeholders to refine strategy and execution
Partner with development teams to align events with broader fundraising efforts
Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners
Track and report on event revenue, expenses, and overall financial performance
Build and maintain relationships with board members, donors, and community partners
Oversee event-related communications, including invitations, marketing materials, and follow-up outreach
Collaborate with marketing and PR to increase visibility and attendance