Your Role

As the Events Manager, you will play a vital role in growing Gold House’s event portfolio across programs and verticals, with a focus on Gold House Ventures. You will be responsible for supporting the team to deliver virtual and in-person events, from large-scale investor conferences to more informal founder gatherings. From venue scouting to budget management to day-of execution, you will have end-to-end ownership over turnkey events and provide impactful support to the Director of Events on premier tentpoles, such as the annual Gold Gala. The ideal candidate for this role will have a blend of extreme organizational chops, high-touch attention to detail, calm agility in the face of crisis, and a professional and positive demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Own the planning, logistics, and execution of virtual, in-person, and hybrid events, including venue scouting and negotiations, timeline and budget management, and on-site operations.
• Ensure post-event follow-ups, including partner recaps, thank-you communications, feedback collection, and KPI tracking.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including full-time staff, volunteers, and external vendors, ensuring effective coordination and communication.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop event promotion strategies, ensuring consistent brand messaging across all materials and channels.
• Identify areas of improvement and efficiency, as well as opportunities for additional brand growth via events.
• Stay informed on industry trends and new technologies, applying innovative ideas to enhance event impact and relevance.

Requirements

• Full-time residence in San Francisco area.
• 3+ years of full-time, professional experience producing events.
• Track record of managing multiple events and timelines simultaneously, with keen attention to detail and a structured approach to project management.
• Ability to handle unforeseen challenges with grace and agility, swiftly solving problems without compromising event quality.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Expertise in managing budgets, negotiating contracts, and finding cost-efficient solutions without sacrificing quality or impact.
• Passion for staying ahead of trends in event management and bringing fresh, culturally relevant ideas to enhance Gold House’s events.
• Scheduling flexibility to cover any urgent items outside of traditional business hours and lead day-of operations on the ground.
• Fluency in Google Suite; Proficiency in Adobe Suite and/or Figma preferred.
• Strong alignment with Gold House’s mission and excitement to evangelize Gold House’s brand to the wider public.

Benefits

• Competitive nonprofit salary, with range of $68,750 – $80,000 + Bonus
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Access to and participation in Gold House ventures, experiences, and more.
• Opportunity to define the trajectory of a mission-oriented, fast-growing, mainstream-impactful organization.