Event Specialist

The New England Center for Children · Fundraising Southborough , MA Administrative Support Full Time , Days , Monday - Friday Schedule with occasional evening or weekend Posted 06/30/2026 Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000 Salary is determined based on individual experience, and the range may not include differentials which are based on team assignment.The salary range posted reflects the starting salary for the position and does not represent the maximum potential earnings. About the Team: The Development and Communications Department works to support the organization through solicitation and stewardship of financial donations, and through internal and external communications, including marketing, advertising, branding, public relations, reputation management, and social media. Within the team are staff managing fundraising events, charity running teams, data integrity and gift processing, annual giving, volunteer leaders and community partnerships, social media channels, and Public Relations. What You'll do: The Event Specialist is responsible for coordinating all fundraising events for NECC, including our signature events – NECC Gala, NECC 5K Walk/Run for Autism, NECC Art Show, and the Dunkin’ Golf Classic. Coordinate all logistics: negotiate vendor contracts, execute event plans, and manage purchasing. Oversee the planning and execution of silent and live auctions, raffles, and other event-based fundraising activities, including item procurement, stewardship, and post-event fulfillment. Draft and manage communications plans, including but not limited to invitations, internal and external communications and event updates, social media, general event attendee support, and acknowledgments. Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Creative to conceive a creative vision for events. Work closely with vendors, including printers, caterers, entertainment, florists, photo/video, and sponsors. Manage event websites In partnership with the Director of Community Partnerships,we track sponsorships, ticket sales, and event revenue as well as progress toward a goal. Oversee volunteer support for all events Serving as the primary liaison with the NECC Gala Host Committee Chair, lead and manage the Gala Committee, coordinating Committee members, timelines, meetings, auctions and event planning activities to ensure the successful execution of the event’s fundraising goals. What You’ll Need: Experience planning events, auctions, or running complex operations Strong work ethic, highly organized withexceptional attention to detail Computer skills, including MS Word, Excel and database Experience with Raiser’s Edge, ClickBid, and/or Classy preferred Goal-oriented, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Creative, imaginative, and able to translate ideas into action and programs. Ability to prioritize projects and deadlines Ability to deal with confidential and sometimes controversial information Some evening and weekend work required, with a greater time commitment needed immediately before and during events. What We Do: The New England Center for Children (NECC) is a global leader in autism education and research. We provide a comprehensive structure to help children and young adults with autism through evidence-based services in home-based, day, and residential programs, in unison with ongoing research on educational best practices. NECC iscommitted to an inclusive culture where all students, employees, families, and partners feel welcome, safe, and valued. We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community. For more information, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr