About Youth Haven Inc.

Youth Haven’s mission is to provide home, hope, and healing to abused and neglected children in Southwest Florida. For over 50 years, Youth Haven has provided a therapeutic sanctuary where children and teens can heal from trauma and build brighter futures.

Our dedicated staff are committed to ensuring the children in our care do not become statistics. Through innovative programming and strong community support, Youth Haven continues to grow as one of Florida’s premier congregate care facilities. This is an exciting time to join a compassionate, mission-driven team making a lasting impact in the lives of foster youth.

Benefits:

PTO

12 Holidays & Birthday Holiday

Medical

Vision

Dental

Hospital Indemnity

Accident

Critical Illness

Long-Term Disability & Life and AD&D

403(b)

403(b) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and Wellness Stipend

SUMMARY:   

The Events Manager is responsible for Youth Haven's marquee events including Starry Nights Gala, Cherish the Children Luncheon, Healing Youth Luncheon, and Fairways for the Future Golf Classic. These events raise over $3 million annually and require exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Planning, Implementation and Coordination of Youth Haven fundraising events, including third-party events, advocacy events and events related to donor development and retention.
• Coordination of all event logistics including public relations, advertising, collateral material design, production, and distribution.
• Solicitation of sponsorships for each event.
• Work collaboratively with event committees, ensuring all details are handled accordingly.
• Track and manage all ticket sales, donations, and sponsorships, ensuring accurate recordkeeping.
• Responsible for planning and securing all event revenue enhancers, i.e. silent auction, live auction, in-kind donations, etc.
• Coordinate all aspects of event committees and volunteer needs for successful event execution.
• Experience in cultivating and expanding donor relations.
• Respond to donor inquiries and donations in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Maintain strict donor confidentiality and ensure compliance with related policies.
• Provide support in the creation and distribution of donor communications.
• Exceptional execution of information and time management focusing on critical details and task prioritization.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and must occasionally lift or move up to 50lbs.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of five years' experience in special events
• Evidence of successful event sponsorship, marketing, public relations, and relationship development required.
• Knowledgeable of all social media platforms and current trends.
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills a must.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team.
• A passion for Youth Haven mission
• Knowledge of CRM database, preferably Donor Perfect
• Must have transportation and the ability to drive locally.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Youth Haven is a drug-free, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, creed, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or religion. Local and federal background checks, drug screening, and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record are required.