About

• Description
• NAYA Family Center is seeking a personable and detail-oriented Event Planner to join our Development and Communications team. NAYA events are vital to celebrating and communicating the organization’s mission and work. This person will be an integral member of the team and contributes to strategic revenue generation goals through the planning, management, and execution of fundraising and donor engagement events. The Events Manager oversees event strategy, production, volunteers, sponsorships, and revenue tracking while building strong relationships with donors, partners, vendors, and community members.

• NAYA offers an exceptional benefits package, including free medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees (with affordable options for family members), a 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% match, paid vacation, and 16 paid holidays. This is a full-time position between the working hours of 9am - 6pm Monday through Friday, that may include evenings and occasional weekends as needed.

• The annual salary for this position is $68,000.

Who You Are

• You have at least 2 years of event management or fundraising experience, ideally in nonprofit settings.
• You are highly organized, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and excel in fast-paced environments.
• You communicate clearly and build strong relationships with staff, volunteers, donors, and sponsors.
• You are culturally responsive, with knowledge of Native American history, culture, and urban Native communities.
• You are proficient in event management software, fundraising CRMs, Microsoft Office, and design tools like Canva or Adobe Suite.

What You'll Do

• Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising and community events, including donor galas, cultivation dinners, and public ceremonies.
• Manage budgets, timelines, event logistics, volunteer coordination, and staff assignments.
• Secure and manage sponsorships, including benefits delivery, communication, and reporting.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to promote events and engage audiences.
• Track revenue, donor acknowledgements, and procurement of Native art and in-kind donations.
• Maintain strong relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners.
• Work with NAYA’s Donor Systems and Data Administrator to ensure accurate gift acknowledgement occurs with electronic receipts, letters, and annual gift summary letters.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Advancement Officer.
• Application Instructions Providing a cover letter helps us best understand your interest in the role, so we encourage you to submit one along with your resume. If you need accommodation during the application process, please email jobs@nayapdx.org.

• NAYA is committed to building a work environment that respects and inspires every community member. Our mission is to serve Urban Native youth and families, so we strongly encourage Native people to apply. We encourage applications from members of other historically marginalized groups, as well, including women, people of color, those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those who have served in the military.