Ascension

Foundation Event Specialist

Ascension$72K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Certification specializing in Fund Raising preferred.
  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of experience OR Associate/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of job-specific experience required.
  • Minimum 2 years of proven success in corporate event planning, production, or project management preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or related field preferred.
  • Outstanding negotiation skills and ability to manage concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

  • Drive end-to-end event strategy and execution by managing timelines, site selection, and vendor negotiations.
  • Cultivate and steward high-value donor relationships through targeted solicitations and personalized stewardship.
  • Master financial planning by building and optimizing event budgets and securing favorable vendor terms.
  • Lead on-site operations, solving problems and empowering staff during events.
  • Collaborate with the Marketing team on data-driven outreach to enhance event promotion and maximize ROI.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Facility: Partial Remote | Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital

Department: St. Vincent's Foundation

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Salary range: $72,283.20 - $100,759.30 per year

How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Drive end-to-end event strategy and execution by turning bold concepts into unforgettable experiences, seamlessly leading timeline management, site selection, catering, premium vendor negotiations, and AV production.
  • Cultivate and steward high-value donor relationships to build trust and inspire generosity through targeted gift solicitations, personalized stewardship, and prompt, accurate gift processing.
  • Master financial and vendor leadership by building, tracking, and optimizing lean event budgets-securing top venues and performers on favorable terms while maintaining flawless financial accuracy.
  • Command on-site operations as the lead problem-solver, serving as the calm, decisive leader on event days while empowering staff, briefing speakers, and smoothly navigating unexpected challenges in real time.
  • Partner on data-driven marketing and outreach alongside the Marketing team to elevate event promotion, streamline RSVP management, and analyze campaign data to continuously maximize campaign ROI.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Certification specializing in Fund Raising preferred.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

  • A mininum of 2 years of proven success in corporate event planning, production, or project management.
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.
  • Outstanding negotiation skills, exceptional written and verbal communication, and a bility to multi-task across concurrent projects.


Responsibilities

  • Drive end-to-end event strategy and execution by turning bold concepts into unforgettable experiences, seamlessly leading timeline management, site selection, catering, premium vendor negotiations, and AV production.
  • Cultivate and steward high-value donor relationships to build trust and inspire generosity through targeted gift solicitations, personalized stewardship, and prompt, accurate gift processing.
  • Master financial and vendor leadership by building, tracking, and optimizing lean event budgets-securing top venues and performers on favorable terms while maintaining flawless financial accuracy.
  • Command on-site operations as the lead problem-solver, serving as the calm, decisive leader on event days while empowering staff, briefing speakers, and smoothly navigating unexpected challenges in real time.
  • Partner on data-driven marketing and outreach alongside the Marketing team to elevate event promotion, streamline RSVP management, and analyze campaign data to continuously maximize campaign ROI.


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Certification specializing in Fund Raising preferred.


Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
    degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1999

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