Events and Communication Manager

Title: Events and Communication Manager

Salary: $65,000-$70,000 annually

Status: Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hours weekly

Supervisor: CEO

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY

Position Overview:

The Events and Communication Manager is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive marketing, communications, and events strategy to advance Family Services’ mission. This role will oversee all aspects of event planning, branding, media relations, and digital engagement to ensure a unified and compelling presence across all platforms. Collaborate with the VP of Philanthropy to cultivate corporate sponsorships, manage agency-wide communications, and support donor engagement initiatives.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, leading marketing and event efforts that drive awareness, engagement, and funding for critical community programs. You’ll work in a collaborative and mission-driven environment, with the chance to grow professionally and contribute to lasting change.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience maybe considered.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in nonprofit marketing, events, public relations, or fundraising.
• Proven ability to develop and implement marketing campaigns and fundraising events that drive engagement and revenue.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in storytelling, press releases, and donor messaging.
• Proficiency in social media management, website content creation, and digital marketing strategies.
• Knowledge of donor databases and event management software.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required for events.
• Experience managing corporate sponsorships and donor cultivation strategies.
• Enthusiastic, with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders effectively.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 5%.
• Generous paid vacation, holiday, sick and personal time package (2 weeks’ vacation in first year, 13 paid holidays per year, 12 sick days per year and 4 personal days per year).
• Access to Family Services’ Compassionate Leave Program where employees can donate/receive unused time off.
• Group term life and long-term disability insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance & accidental death and dismemberment coverage (AD&D).
• Supplemental insurance through Aflac.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Pet insurance.

Our Mission:

Family Services brings people together to find the support they need, improving their lives and communities, and building a stronger safer Hudson Valley.

Our Values:

Compassion – Extending empathy and understanding to others.

Integrity – Being honest and dependable.

Hope – Believing in the strength of the human spirit and heart, to emerge and thrive when faced with a challenge.

Diversity – Promoting a vision of community comprised of wide-ranging assets.

Respect – Treating all individuals with dignity and without judgement.

Community – Recognizing and reinforcing the importance of our world as being comprised of people of differing strengths and perspectives.

Justice – Promoting social and economic equity and fairness.

Quality – Aspiring for excellence in every aspect of our work.

The following duties are indicative of the level and types of activities performed by this position. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.

Position Responsibilities:

Public Relations, Marketing, and Communications

• Develop and execute a marketing and communications strategy aligned with Family Services’ mission and fundraising goals.
• Ensure branding consistency across all internal and external communications, including donor messaging, advocacy campaigns, and program promotions.
• Oversee digital strategy, including social media management, website updates, email marketing, and engagement analytics.
• Manage relationships with media outlets, proactively seeking press opportunities and responding to inquiries.
• Develop marketing materials to support fundraising, including events, appeals, and annual reports.
• Serve as the liaison with marketing, graphic design, and website consultants.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on branding, messaging, and external communications.
• Lead marketing campaigns such as Fifty2 End Stigma, increasing public awareness and engagement.

Events Management

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for agency events that aligns with fundraising and engagement goals.
• Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of major agency events in collaboration with the VP of Philanthropy, including but not limited to:
  • Family of the Year Dinner
  • Fifty2 End Stigma
  • Report to the Community Luncheon
  • Press conferences, ribbon cuttings, and other community events
• Oversee event sponsorships and in-kind donations, ensuring sponsors receive all benefits and recognition.
• Develop and track event revenue goals, manage budgets, and analyze event effectiveness through data and metrics.
• Collaborate with Board members, volunteers, and stakeholders to enhance event engagement and fundraising success.
• Lead event logistics, including guest lists, staffing, and execution to ensure seamless experiences.
• Assist in donor cultivation events to strengthen relationships and increase agency funding.

Corporate Sponsorship and Fund Development

• In partnership with the VP for Philanthropy, develop and execute a corporate sponsorship program, including outreach, benefits, and long-term relationship-building.
• Create compelling sponsorship proposals tailored to corporate partners, emphasizing impact and business benefits.
• Foster year-round engagement with corporate sponsors beyond events, exploring opportunities for deeper partnerships such as cross marketing.

Supervision and Administration

• Ensure adherence to gift acceptance, tracking, and donor stewardship policies in collaboration with the finance team.
• Supervise the Development and Marketing Assistant.
• Engage with the Board’s Development Committee.
• Maintain accurate marketing and event data within the NEON database.
• Provide regular reports and insights on marketing and event performance.
• Ensure compliance with branding and messaging across all agency departments.
• Support additional development activities and campaigns as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies: 

• Strategic – Ability to develop and execute high-impact marketing and event plans.
• Collaboration – Works effectively with internal teams, external partners, and community stakeholders.
• Innovation – Brings new ideas to enhance outreach, fundraising, and donor engagement.
• Attention to detail – Ensures accuracy and consistency across all communications and events.
• Mission-Driven – Passionate about Family Services’ work and committed to amplifying its impact.

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Family Services, Inc. complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@familyservicesny.org.

Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We follow federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment.

Must be authorized to work in the United States without work sponsorship.