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Director of Development, Special Events

Martha's Vineyard Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Oak Bluffs
Feb 03, 2026
Support the building and implementation of a robust event program for MVH that consists of a full range of revenue-generating, stewardship and cultivation events, varying in scale and in scope, with the ultimate goal of engaging supporters of all levels in support of the overarching goal of increasing revenue. Drive and manage all aspects of annual revenue generating events. Responsibilities include developing staffing and event plans, negotiating contracts, managing event budgets, program development, liaising with vendors, creating and managing event communications and collateral, and recruiting and leading volunteers. Work with Development team to lead and manage a collection of cultivation and stewardship and events designed to recognize, inform, and unite donors across the spectrum and engage them with the hospital. Responsibilities may include liaising with hospital leadership and support staff, managing vendors, and developing event communications and speaking programs. Implement and manage a robust third-party events program. Manage event websites, track RSVPs, create and send event email communications including save the dates, invites, follow up emails, logistics emails and thank you emails for all events. Drive the content and creation of event marketing, collateral, sponsorship materials, toolkits and signage. Solicit corporate sponsorships and in-kind donations by working in concert with other Development Office staff to build a successful corporate fundraising program. Prepare and manage expense and revenue budgets for events. Coordinate, schedule and execute event planning meetings and/or take notes, as needed. Track fundraising progress for event efforts and provide ongoing analysis and updates to appropriate members of Development teams. Request and manage complex data list needed to establish effective event communication. Creative and proactive development, implementation, and monitoring of best practice event programs on an ongoing basis and, making recommendations to improve existing programs. Support onsite at various events, as needed. Other duties as assigned. Education Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience Experience Minimum of 5-7 years of experience with demonstrated success and effectiveness in event management Experience with nonprofit events and a general understanding of fundraising and development preferred Knowledge and Skills Demonstrated ability to successfully drive and support an array of events - large and small in scale, virtual and in-person, on-site and off-site. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple, complex activities simultaneously and coordinate strategies. Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities at once and a willingness to be flexible as plans and strategies change and evolve. A proactive approach and an acute eye on trends in events and engagement, able to assess MVH's current events lineup and discover ways to make them more efficient, more profitable, and more engaging. Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills. Experience with building and managing budgets. Strategic thinker with the ability to translate concepts, stories, and ideas into accurate, practical, and tactical actions. Ability to support, build and lead or participate on a team. Advanced interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills, and a keen ability to build and maintain strong relationships with development colleagues, vendors, hospital leadership and staff, volunteers, and MVH donors and supporters. Accomplished communicator. Ability to effectively troubleshoot and resolve issues. Must be able to work some nights and weekends and have the ability to travel locally and domestically. Must be collaborative, flexible, conscientious, level-headed under pressure, and results-oriented Demonstrates self-awareness, professionalism, a strong work ethic and the ability to handle difficult situations with grace and a sense of humor Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.