
Part Time Development Event Planner
Protect Life Michigan
part-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Missouri • United States
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About the role
- Assist in planning and executing PLM’s Vision Dinners, including logistics, speaker coordination, guest communication, venue negotiations, volunteer coordination, table host recruitment oversight, and timelines.
- Manage RSVP tracking, table assignments, seating, check-in, and financial partner experience flow.
- Coordinate event volunteers and staff roles to ensure smooth and professional execution.
- Support follow-up strategies to maximize post-event engagement and long-term financial partner cultivation.
- Help coordinate other, smaller financial partner events throughout the year (table host update dinners, namestorming parties, etc.)
- Overseeing event logistics, including venue coordination and event materials.
- Maintain detailed records of partner interactions in CRM and Google Sheets, keeping donor databases and contact lists up to date.
- Maintain consistent messaging and branding across all donor communications, keeping in alignment with the Executive Director’s vision and communication style.
- Serve as a point of contact for inquiries via phone and email, maintaining professionalism and warmth.
- Monitor and respond to emails and calls, providing timely and thoughtful responses.
- Assist with general administrative duties, including data entry, document preparation, and CRM management related to key partner events and the Vision Dinner.
- Support leadership and development efforts by performing additional administrative tasks as needed.
Requirements
- Deeply aligned with Protect Life Michigan’s mission, vision, and values.
- Passionate about nonprofit development and partner engagement.
- Works well with leadership, anticipating needs and taking initiative.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Excellent time management skills; able to track and complete multiple tasks efficiently.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
- Comfortable handling confidential information with discretion.
- Strong communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to write compelling stories in a professional tone.
- Comfortable making partner outreach calls and scheduling calls and meetings.
- Tech-Savvy and Adaptable.
- Experience using CRMs and mailmerge tools.
- Google Sheet or Excel experience required.
- Events planning and/or financial partner growth experience strongly preferred.
- Proven experience and impressive results in event planning or organizing.
- Ability to build productive relationships with supporters, students, and the community.
- Ability to work occasional nights and weekends.
Benefits
- After completing 1 year of work, eligibility for an employer-matched Simple IRA.
- Ample professional development opportunities.
- Ample paid vacation time, holidays, and sick days.
- Semi-flexible schedule to be set with the employee and supervisor.
- Dependent Care Reimbursement program for childcare and/or babysitting costs.
- Ability to work from home.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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