Philanthropic & Events Manager at Buckingham… · Indianapo…

The Philanthropic & Events Manager serves as a catalyst for the Buckingham Foundation's mission, overseeing the full spectrum of philanthropic operations and administration. This includes grant requests and gifts, public relations activities, and board meetings preparation and presentation. Additionally, this role leads the design and execution of employee engagement events that foster team connection and purposeful experiences. The Philanthropic & Events Manager will be expected to uphold the mission of Buckingham Companies and Buckingham Foundation which includes professionally representing the Buckingham brand, supporting affordable housing opportunities for families in need, encouraging participation in arts and culture initiatives and investing in local communities.

Training/Education

• College degree in Business, Philanthropy, Real Estate, Hospitality, Marketing, Communication
• Commercial and/or multifamily real estate knowledge a plus
• Must have a valid driver’s license

Experience/Skills 

• Minimum of two years progressive experience in philanthropy or Not-for-profit organizations
• Experience in budget planning, analysis, programming development and grant requests
• Demonstrated experience in event management including budgets
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent computer skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office; other construction or real estate software a plus

Special Requirements

• Demonstrates a passion for winning
• High-energy, enthusiastic
• High learning agility
• Big picture and strategic thinking skills; ability to apply enterprise-wide thinking
• Transparency, reporting and sharing of information effectively across all departments
• High degree of accountability and leadership
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Strong ability to interact and collaborate with diverse groups to achieve results
• High degree of professionalism
• Results oriented and solution focused
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet changing deadlines
• Ability to lead small teams
• Excellent internal and external customer service skills
• High degree of professionalism and integrity

Philanthropic Operations

• Supporting the Business Leader for the Buckingham Foundation, create the annual strategic and operations plans, financial plan, including budget, to meet the long-term goals of the foundation.
• Assisting the Business Leader for the Buckingham Foundation, evaluate the annual revenue sources to ensure sustainable income and progress towards meeting the strategic plan and long-term goals.
• Partner with executive sponsor for Buckingham Foundation board engagement and strategy.
• Manage the operations plan, associated operating budget, and monthly financial statements.
• Develop and implement grant giving guidelines, grant application policies and procedures, website content and collateral materials.
• Facilitate all philanthropic and corporate charitable giving, based on the annual strategic plan.
• Coordinate and oversee philanthropic programming at Foundation sites.
• Manage employee community engagement and volunteer projects.
• Coordinating with HR, manage the Buckingham Angel Fund.
• Represent Buckingham Foundation before agencies, community groups, and others.
• Partner with Marketing to create and direct branding, marketing, and communications plans for the Foundation and corporate events.
• Collaborate with social media vendor to upkeep and manage Foundation’s external social media channels Manage the Foundation website.
• Create and distribute required reporting and metrics including the annual report.
• Actively develop internal and external support for the Foundation
• Coordinate, prepare and participate in board meetings including agenda, reports, and any other materials required.

Employee Engagement

• Serve as liaison with teams and departments throughout the company, including leading multi-departmental teams for various events and projects.
• Champion the end-to-end planning, production and execution of all-employee events (such as Employee Appreciation Day, Awards of Excellence & Blue Door Society) and corporate-specific events.
• Develop and manage comprehensive event briefs, run-of-show documents and post-event recaps to ensure seamless execution and continuous improvement across all events.
• Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with external vendors, venues, and suppliers - including caterers, AV teams, and decor providers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, HR, the CX Action Committee, and senior leadership to align corporate event strategy with company goals, brand standards, and employee engagement objectives.

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