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Overview

The Manager of Special Events and Sponsorships is responsible for the management and execution of New York Medical College’s (NYMC) premier fundraising, alumni, and donor engagement events. These include, but are not limited to, the annual Founder’s Dinner, Golf Classic, Alumni Reunion, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, alumni networking receptions, and donor recognition events. The manager will also cultivate and secure sponsorships from corporations, foundations, and local businesses to support and enhance NYMC’s event programming. This position is approximately 75% event management and 25% fundraising. It plays a vital role in advancing the College’s engagement and philanthropic goals by producing high-impact events and developing meaningful revenue-generating partnerships. This position plays a vital role in advancing the College’s fundraising and engagement goals by producing high-impact events and developing revenue-generating partnerships.

Responsibilities

+ Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of NYMC’s signature events, ensuring exceptional quality and alignment with institutional goals.

+ Oversee event logistics including venue selection, vendor coordination, contract negotiation, catering, audio/visual, photography and video, guest experience, and décor.

+ Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, run-of-show materials, create programs, track expenses, and ensure cost-effective delivery.

+ Collaborate with the Office of Communications to produce event materials, including save-the-dates, invitations, email communications, and social media content.

+ Coordinate guest list management and RSVPs, liaising with internal and external stakeholders to maximize attendance and participation.

+ Represent NYMC at events, serving as on-site lead to ensure smooth operations and satisfaction.

+ Work closely with NYMC/Touro leadership, key faculty, and volunteer committees to encourage their participation in event programming and ensure their presence at institutional events.

+ Identify and solicit corporate and foundation sponsors for NYMC events; create sponsorship packages, proposals, and fulfillment plans.

+ Build and maintain a portfolio of corporate prospects; steward relationships to ensure long-term engagement and increased support.

+ Maintain accurate records of all sponsorship activity and event participation in the College’s fundraising database (Raiser’s Edge).

+ Collaborate with the entire Development and Alumni Relations team on donor and alumni engagement strategies as they relate to event participation and sponsorship.

+ Prepare post-event reports including sponsor fulfillment summaries, guest feedback, financials and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications

Education requirement:

+ Bachelor’s degree required.

Technical/computer skills:

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Raiser’s Edge or a similar CRM database preferred.

Prior experience:

+ Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in event planning and/or fundraising, preferably in higher education, healthcare, or the nonprofit sector.

+ Demonstrated experience securing and managing corporate sponsorships and donor relations.

+ Proven success planning and executing high-profile events with 300+ attendees.

Other skills/requirements:

+ Excellent project management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

+ Strong verbal and written communication abilities, including comfort in making presentations and engaging with corporate representatives and senior leaders.

+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

+ Availability to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

+ Knowledge of the Westchester/New York metropolitan corporate and philanthropic community.

+ Experience with digital and hybrid events is a plus.

Minimum Salary

USD $68,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $85,000.00/Yr.

New York Medical College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees* which includes:

+ Full range of Health Plans

+ Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)

+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

+ Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan

+ Dependent Care and Transit Programs

+ Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance

+ Short-term and Long-term disability programs

+ Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)

+ New York Medical College Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children

+ Legal plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Early-Release Fridays (October - March)

+ Generous Paid Time Off

+ Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave

+ Annual Holiday Schedule

*Members of the 1199 SEIU and 32BJ unions may participate in some of NYMC’s voluntary benefits, but they participate in separate Health and Welfare benefit programs.

New York Medical College (NYMC), a member of Touro University, is a health sciences College whose purpose is to educate clinical and public health professionals as well as researchers, to conduct biomedical and population-based research. Through its faculty and affiliated partners, the College engenders a diverse and inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of excellence, scholarship and professionalism.

Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, [email protected] (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at [email protected] and 646-565-6000 x55330.

Job Locations US-NY-Hawthorne

Requisition ID 2025-12493

Position Type Full-Time

Schedule Shift 1

Hours Per Week 35

Travel 10%

Category Administration

FLSA Status Exempt