Development Events Manager

Historic New England

Development Events Manager at Historic New England responsible for planning and executing events that support fundraising. Ensures alignment with development strategies while managing logistics and budgets.

Posted 4/26/2026full-timeHaverhill • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develops thoughtful event plans for each engagement
Manages events from concept through execution and post-event evaluation
Develops and manages event budgets
Coordinates all event logistics
Prepares comprehensive event briefings
Leads post-event debriefings
Coordinates with development and communications staff
Attends and manages events
Represents the development team on cross-functional program planning efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of skilled credentials
Minimum of three years of experience in event planning or related field
Exceptional project management skills
Must be extremely well organized
Excellent budget management skills
Ability to negotiate with vendors
Fully competent computer and technical skills
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Excellent internal and external customer service
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation
Strong belief in IDEA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

event planningbudget managementproject managementvendor negotiationevent logistics coordinationevent evaluationevent briefing preparationpost-event debriefing

Soft Skills

organizationwritingeditingproofreadingcustomer serviceconfidentialitycommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree