Reports to: Director, Development

Classification: Full-time

Term: Ongoing

Compensation: Salary TBD plus Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401k Matching, PTO

Location: Palm Springs

The Center

With a Mission of Creating Vibrant Community by Helping LGBTQ+ People along Their Way, The Center’s work stretches across the Coachella Valley. From its Palm Springs McDonald Wright Building to The Center Coachella, the Scott Hines Behavioral Health Clinic to the Community Food Bank, the organization offers a wide range of programs and services. With a talented staff, a dedicated corps of volunteers, generous donors, and multi-race/multi-generational clients, The Center’s work is focused on Ending Isolation & Loneliness, Connecting People to Resources & Community, and Enriching Our Individual & Collective Experience.

The Position

Under the guidance of the Director, Development, the Senior Manager, Events will support The Center’s fundraising efforts by collaborating on and implementing strategic event plans. In addition to supporting the Director, Development on all development events produced by The Center, this role will oversee The Center’s third-party events, cultivate relationships with community partners who host these events and foster meaningful engagement with stakeholders throughout the year. The Senior Manager will also oversee The Center’s event volunteer program, managing and coordinating volunteers to support events, donor cultivation, and community engagement initiatives. Working closely with the Director, the Senior Manager will help design and execute initiatives that meet fundraising goals, expand The Center’s donor community, and support events aligned with The Center’s mission. This team-oriented individual will coordinate and produce major stewardship and community-building events, collaborating with Membership, Business Partners, and other programs to achieve The Center’s fundraising goals.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to The Center’s fundraising and community building efforts through collaborative event planning, strategic partnerships, volunteer coordination, and execution.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director of Development to advance The Center’s fundraising initiatives, including annual giving, major gifts, corporate and planned giving, and multi-year capital campaigns.
• Oversee and support event-based fundraising activities and third-party events, implementing strategies aligned with The Center’s objectives.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with community partners hosting third-party events to enhance collaboration and engagement.
• Coordinate and manage event volunteers, ensuring they are effectively supported and engaged to maximize their impact on events and donor cultivation.
• Monitor progress toward event-related objectives, regularly reporting updates to the Director of Development.
• Oversee registration for The Center’s two major events: Center Stage and Red Dress Dress Red.
• Oversee the Silent Auction (including acquiring items and thanking donors after the event)
• Track event budgets and annual plans to ensure alignment with departmental goals.
• Track, fulfill, and reconcile individual and corporate sponsorship commitments in collaboration with the Director of Development.
• Engage with relevant program staff to stay updated on Center initiatives and incorporate this information into event planning.
• Assist in recognizing, engaging, and stewarding event sponsors, attendees, and volunteers, fostering deeper connections with The Center.

 

Required Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Multi-year experience in event production and fundraising, with at least three years in a professional fundraising role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and execute events that drive measurable results.
• Experience in volunteer management, with a track record of engaging and managing volunteers effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective interaction with staff, board members, volunteers, and the public.
• A mission-driven storyteller who collaborates closely with the Director of Development and communications team to promote inspiring events.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and experience with fundraising database programs such as Raiser’s Edge or eTapestry.
• Understanding of LGBTQ+ issues, including knowledge of gender diversity and nonbinary issues.
• Ability to work well with people of diverse backgrounds and commitment to The LGBTQ
• Community Center of the Desert’s mission and values.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Bilingual or fluency in a language other than English is preferred.

 

About the Organization:

 

Vision:

• Thriving lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people, living authentically in supportive inclusive communities.

 

Mission:

• Creating vibrant community by helping LGBTQ+ people along their way.

 

Strategic Initiatives:

• Ending Isolation and Loneliness
• Connecting People to Services & Community
• Enriching Our Individual and Collective Experiences

 

Values:

• Integrity: We do what’s right and stand by our values to support and provide assistance to our LGBTQ+ Community.
• Equity: Any and all are welcome at The Center for our community is of utmost priority, and we will provide assistance to whomever comes through our doors.
• Joy: Our community’s happiness is our happiness. We find joy in building the LGBTQ+ community up and we strive to deliver that joy in every aspect at The Center.

 

Equal Opportunity

The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, including those of color, women, non-binary, genderqueer, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex are encouraged to apply. The Center maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees, volunteers, interns, and applicants. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical/mental condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by statute; nor as to any individuals associating with an individual of any legally protected class.

 

How To Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter outlining your interest and applicable skills along with a CV/resume to jobs@thecentercv.org