Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation
The Associate Director serves as a vital member of our events team-a collaborative, mission-driven, donor- and sponsor-focused group of professionals who are committed to delivering best-in-class events through a spirit of teamwork and support. The Associate Director contributes, in part, to the successful execution of 100+ annual events that unite and celebrate our vibrant donor community and raise $20M+ annually to support the mission of Mass General Brigham.
The Associate Director supports the events team by contributing to the strategy, planning, and execution of both high-profile and mid-tier events. This role balances strategic input with hands-on operational management.
Essential Functions
• Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of assigned events, with ownership of timelines, budgets, and outcomes; provide planning and on-site leadership for larger events led by other team members.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate and oversee contracts, and ensure compliance with budget and service standards.
• Collaborate with senior internal stakeholders to align event strategy with broader organizational goals.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with development communications, fundraising, IS, and finance teams to maximize event success.
• Oversee post-event evaluation and reporting, identifying insights and improvements to inform future event planning.
• Manage vendor invoices, ensuring timely processing and accurate documentation.
• Maintain detailed event records, support budget forecasting, and oversee documentation for audit readiness.
• Provide leadership and backup event management across the Events team to ensure continuity and quality.
• Serve as a key point of escalation for event-related issues, providing solutions and risk mitigation.
QualificationsBachelor's degree required and 5-7 years of client-facing or relationship-building experience, ideally in a fundraising office. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the following skills, abilities and competencies:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Organizational, time management, problem solving and project management skills
- Command of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, or the ability to learn them quickly
- Competency using videoconferencing platforms (Zoom and Teams preferred)
- Proficiency with data entry or data management in a database (Blackbaud CRM or Raiser's Edge preferred)
- Attention to detail, creativity and strong work ethic
- Desire and motivation to learn about the organization and fundraising
- Awareness of personal work styles in self and others
- Adaptability and flexibility in times of shifting priorities
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse audiences
- Mission driven
- Ability to complete assigned projects and tasks independently or with minimal guidance
Additional Job Details (if applicable)The target salary range for this position is
$90,000 - $105,000. Final offers will be based on the candidate's experience and internal equity.
Remote TypeHybrid
Work Location399 Revolution Drive
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Employee TypeRegular
Work ShiftDay (United States of America)
Pay Range$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual
Grade7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
