Assistant Director of Development & Foundation Events

Company: Helen Ross McNabb Center
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: March 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Assistant Director of Development & Foundation Events Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life. You have a lot of choices in where you work…make the decision to work where you are valued! Join the McNabb Center Team as the Assistant Director of Development and & Foundation Events today! AssistantDirector of Development and Foundation Marketing Job Summary Accountable for the management and growth of assigned Foundation special events, major gifts in smaller markets, and Foundation specific marketing efforts. Responsibilities include meeting all fundraising/friend-raising goals and increasing awareness of the Helen Ross McNabb Foundation and related efforts through strategic marketing efforts to align with the mission of the McNabb Center. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonable related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Job Duties Development/Fundraising - Work in a team approach, including staff and volunteers, to meet annual special event goals. - Plan, organize, and successfully execute events, meeting participant, sponsorship, and revenue goals. - Develop an annual calendar of events with specific dates and timelines for required tasks. - - Identify, develop and engage committee leadership to ensure a two-year continuity plan and retain 65% of volunteers on event committees each year. - Evaluate the special event schedule and new event opportunities quarterly with VPD. - Work with VPD to identify, develop, and successfully solicit major gift prospects in identified geographic markets, reviewing goals and progress quarterly. - Work with VPD to identify, research, write and submit grant requests. - Manage Hamblen County Advisory Board recruitment, meetings, speakers and ongoing activities. - Develop Hamblen Annual Campaign with direction of VPD and CEO. - Conduct annual Foundation staff campaign in assigned counties. Foundation Marketing - Oversee marketing and communication plans for Foundation special events with the exception of Hamilton County. - Create, manage and review all Foundation marketing materials to ensure brand cohesiveness. Materials to include print (sponsorship packets, signage, program, etc.) and digital (Foundation website updates, Constant Contact, auction site). - Write and distribute press releases, serve as the media contact for Foundation event requests, and manage Foundation event video projects with the video production company. Work with Director of Community Relations when media opportunities around Foundation events overlay with Center programs or client interviews. - Provide support as needed for Director of CR in developing content and creation of the Foundation Annual Report. - Provide a timeline and schedule social content for Foundation events. Creating and posting social media content as a site administrator. - Create fundraising materials for major gift solicitation unique to identified markets. Budgeting and planning - Conduct an evaluation of each event annually to assess success and profitability. - Develop and finalize budgets for assigned events for review by VPD and approval by Foundation BOD. - Finalize actual revenues and expenses with Foundation Executive Assistant and Foundation Accountant. Management - Work with the Volunteer Coordinator and VPD to identify volunteer needs for special events. - Recruitment and management of event intern(s) - Ability to address external groups to recruit and educate volunteers and committee members. - Develop, manage and evaluate professional development of special event staff and interns. Professional Development - Engage in job-related professional associations. - Maintain active involvement in local AFP, PRSA, and AMA chapters. - Attend Mental Health Marketing Conference and International AFP Conference as approved by VPD. - Seek professional development opportunities to expand development and marketing skills. Compensation: - Starting salary for this position is $65,725/yr based on relevant experience and education. Education/Knowledge: - Must have abachelor's degree and a minimum of five years related experience withdemonstrated results in meeting fundraising/friend-raising goals and effectivemarketing strategies. Experience: - Demonstratedhistory of working with committees,planning special events, setting fundraising goals, meeting or exceeding them,and working closely with volunteers on all levels with a demonstrated abilityto motivate to accomplish goals. - Demonstratedability to develop, implement and execute strategic marketing plans, fromideation to execution, to build and maintain a consistent brand through variousmarketing channels. - Strong written and verbal communication skills tocollaborate with key stakeholders, both internal and external. Physical: - Ability to lift 50 lbs. and physically meet the demands oforganizing and delivering outdoor and indoor events. - Valid driver's license. - Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs. - Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending,stooping, and reaching. Location: - Knoxville, TN Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference! Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Compensation details: 65725-65725 Yearly Salary PI3de9cc02ae90-25405-39775900

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