Event Onsite Manager

At GOAT, we staff and support high-stakes gala events for nonprofits. As a GOAT On-Site Lead, you99re the captain of the event crew 94 ensuring seamless execution, keeping the energy high, solving problems fast, and protecting what matters most: elevating the guest experience. What You99ll Do Act as the lead at events, managing all on-site staff, volunteers, and client communication Oversee guest-facing moments: check-in, registration, auctions, paddle raises, and donations Troubleshoot live tech issues on platforms like GiveSmart, ClickBid, or Classy Live Ensure staff and volunteers stay on track Make confident, quick decisions in the face of surprises (no-show staff, platform crashes, etc.) Keep fundraising moments clean and accurate: capture bids, paddle raises, and donations Lead calmly and professionally Wrap up with reporting and notes, escalate red flags to management What We Are Looking For Must have familiarity with mobile bidding platforms (GiveSmart, Classy, ClickBid, etc.) Experience managing teams at live events (especially nonprofit or fundraising-focused) Extensive experience working in a customer-facing role Ability to stay calm under pressure Tech-savvy, easily able to troubleshoot on the fly, train others, and learn new software & platforms Exceptionally organized: you do your homework and prep in advance A clear communicator who knows how to lead with both kindness and confidence Availability nights and weekends Sound like your kind of gig? If you believe you have what it takes to be a GOAT, we would love to have you join the herd! This is a 1099 contract position with most events taking place in the Spring & Fall. #J-18808-Ljbffr GOAT Events