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The  Director of Events & Special Projects  is a highly collaborative, proactive, resourceful professional who provides expertise, guidance and oversight of signature events and projects for the Advancement department. This position works closely with the Assistant Vice President, Advancement as well as volunteer partners to plan and execute successful events that engage and steward major donors and board members.This position will manage event logistics and entertainment for: two annual Music Center fundraising events (annual gala/Soiree and The Music Center’s Spotlight Finale), President’s Circle donor events, an annual Leadership Dinner, and major gift cultivation dinners as well as select stewardship events and special projects. The Director will report to the Assistant Vice President, Advancement and work closely with other departments, including but not limited to TMC Arts, Scheduling and Events, Security, and Guest Services; on-site and off-site vendors, including Patina Restaurant Group; and volunteer donor leadership and event committees. Close coordination with and management of event vendors and consultants is required.  While not a supervisory relationship, the Director of Events & Special Projects will work closely with the Senior Coordinator, Events & Projects on the annual gala/soiree, The Music Center’s Spotlight Finale event, and other high-end donor events and projects. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Oversee all event logistics and entertainment for the following events: two annual Music Center fundraising galas (Spotlight Finale Dinner and Soiree), President’s Circle donor events, an annual Leadership Dinner, major gift cultivation dinners and select stewardship events • Responsible for annual fundraising goal of $500,000 net for the Soiree, working in collaboration with fundraisers and volunteers. • Support the Senior Director of Annual and Leadership Giving in achieving annual fundraising goal of $800,000 for the Spotlight program. • Independently manage all event details, including but not limited to the following duties: o Lead and plan, with advice and consent from senior leadership, the event design, program, and entertainment, including artist management. o Engage program honorees, presenters and performers, prepare program scripts and participant remarks as needed, oversee preparation of event briefings for The Music Center leadership, and create and obtain donor awards and recognitions. o Oversee events logistics to include booking event space, catering, audiovisual, travel arrangements, décor and event signage.  o Manage and coordinate the on-site production and wrap up for events. o Lead strategy in consultation with frontline fundraisers to secure donors and other sponsors to support events. o Identify and solicit in-kind donations (i.e. wine, décor, etc.) from vendors for major events. o Serve as a liaison with vendors on event related matters and facilitate negotiation of event contracts. o Prepare and independently manage events budgets, track event expenditures (including monitoring of check requests, deposits, invoicing and reporting), and provide on-going financial progress reports for each event. o Create a suite of event materials, both digital and print, including save-the date, patron letter and invitation.   o Coordinate the event invitation process, including requesting the appropriate list data, contracting and communicating with mail houses, and overseeing small in-house mailings. o Prepare communications related to events, including donor correspondence and internal event briefings. o Oversee tracking of event communications and RSVPs in the database. o Oversee event seating for patrons. o Work closely with Marketing department to create and update event webpages, social media, e-blasts, and other materials. o Create follow up plan for donors and volunteer leadership including phone calls, emails, acknowledgement letters, gifts, etc. Work closely with front-line fundraisers to ensure proper outreach and follow up with guests and donors after each event. o Facilitate the creation of the printed program. • Conduct on-going research in order to remain current on event-related trends by proactively gathering information, making site visits of other venues, and reaching out to local and national arts institutions for benchmarking. • Maintain a library of suggested vendors and create and update event check lists. • Propose and implement new ideas to improve the event planning and execution process.  • Lead and execute high-quality donor trips working with external vendors and contractors, including responsibility for planning and oversight of all travel logistics, communications, meetings, events, and trip activities.  • Other duties as assigned.  QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. • 8 years of experience managing special events and volunteer committees. • Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and work assignments with competing priorities. from a variety of staff and volunteers, and effectively accomplish projects within deadline. • Excellent communication skills, including writing, presenting, and proofreading skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with a high degree of professionalism. • Exceptional customer service ethic, diplomacy and tact; must be discreet with confidential information. • Proficient using the latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access as well as mail merges and web searches. • Expertise working with Tessitura, Raiser's Edge, Millennium, or similar fundraising relational database system a plus. SALARY RANGE: This is a full-time exempt position; salary is commensurate with experience.   How to Apply jobs@musiccenter.org https://www.musiccenter.org/ HOW TO APPLY: To be fully considered for the position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary expectation to: Jobs@musiccenter.org  or fax (213) 972-8029. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  

Reports to: Director of Operations & Finance Manager $55,000-$65,000 APCH has an exciting opportunity for an individual with a high degree of energy with a passion to make a difference in the community. We are seeking those looking to take their next step in their career path while serving the community. Under the direction of the Director of Operations and Finance Manager, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining and managing all of the agency’s accounting functions. ABOUT US Founded in 1993, A Place Called Home (APCH) is a dynamic, non-profit youth and community providing a safe, nurturing environment with proven programs in arts, education and wellness for young people to help them improve their economic conditions and develop healthy, fulfilling and purposeful lives. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Manages the accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivables, fixed assets, depreciation schedule, prepaid schedules, financial statements, month end close, budget, annual audit, journal entries, and allocation of administrative overhead expenses. • Processes Donor contributions including cash, checks, credit card, and EFT’s into the Agency’s operating and capital bank accounts. • Responsible for bank, payroll, and benefits reconciliation. The Senior Accountant must be able to fulfill all of the elements of the Job Description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy, collaborative environment with open communications. A Place Called Home is a learning organization and there is an expectation of continual growth and learning as a community.   Education/Training/Experience • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting. Master’s degree a plus. • 4 years’ experience as a lead accountant in a nonprofit organization, preferably with a budget of $3 million dollars or larger • Knowledge of best practices in non-profit accounting • 10-key proficiency • Knowledge of GAAP for non-profit organizations • Extensive knowledge of functional expense allocations • MAC and PC literate • Proficiency with The Financial Edge or other fund accounting software • Familiarity with donor databases. Experience using Salesforce preferred • Advanced level of Excel including lookups and pivot tables   A Place Called Home provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including but not limited to pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity or sexual orientation, military and veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship national origin, age, physical and/or mental disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, A Place Called Home complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. In addition to federal law requirements, A Place Called Home complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.   Benefits COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS INCLUDING Health, Dental and Vision with APCH covering 70% of the costs for most plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) AD&D and Life insurance of $25,000 401K plan with up to a 4% Employer match after one year of service 10+ days of Vacation, 11 Sick Days, 13 paid Holidays, and paid Winter Break Tickets to Events: NBA/WNBA basketball, MLB baseball, NHL hockey, and NFL football games, concerts, plays, snowboarding, bowling, fund raisers, and etc. Job Exchange Program Professional development training and financial assistance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program eligibility Fun community events Free staff lunch most work days Free CPR/First Aid certification