Supervisor, Special Events & Sponsorships
BGC South East is currently seeking a Supervisor, Special Events & Sponsorships to join our team.
Job Posting Details
Location: West End Community Centre, 1300 Bath Road, Kingston, ON
May travel to or work out of other BGC South East locations as needed.
Hours: 40 hours/week, weekdays, with occasional evenings and weekends
Rate of Pay: $30/hour + eligible employee benefits
Start Date: Immediate
Status: Full-time
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Candidates will be reviewed immediately.
About the Role
The Supervisor, Special Events & Sponsorships will develop and implement a special events and sales plan with a goal of achieving and growing $2 million+ in annual revenue.
Reporting to the Director, Resource Development and Communications, this position will expand partnerships, sponsorships, fundraising opportunities, and community outreach to support the growth and long-term sustainability of BGC South East.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working a flexible schedule for special events, including evenings and weekends, and will enjoy working in a leadership role with a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop new and nurture existing partnerships to achieve and grow annual revenue goals of $2 million+ through sponsorships, special events, partnerships, and donor engagement.
- Lead the planning, coordination, promotion, and execution of a minimum of five major special events annually, including an annual gala, golf tournament, breakfast fundraiser, and other signature fundraising events.
- Manage event budgets, timelines, vendors, logistics, sponsorship deliverables, guest experience, volunteer coordination, and event-day execution.
- Develop strategies to increase event revenue through sponsorships, ticket and table sales, auctions, donations, in-kind support, and other fundraising opportunities.
- Monitor and report on fundraising and event performance, including revenue, expenses, sponsorship performance, donor retention, attendance, engagement, and return on investment.
- Maintain fundraising and event calendars, project plans, budgets, prospect pipelines, and tracking systems.
- Lead and grow third-party and community-led fundraising initiatives by providing organizers with the tools, resources, guidance, and support they need.
- Develop and present customized sponsorship packages, including prospecting, proposal development, negotiation, recognition, fulfillment, and renewal.
- Lead donor stewardship activities, including donation processing, tax receipting, mailout campaigns, thank-you communications, donor recognition, record management, and follow-up.
- Lead the implementation of giving campaigns, including monthly giving, donor campaigns, major gifts, and legacy giving.
- Support the marketing team in developing campaigns and materials aligned with BGC South East's brand, fundraising, and program goals.
- Develop impact-focused communications and campaigns to increase the organization's reach and support.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with individual donors, small businesses, corporations, Club families, and Club alumni.
- Maintain accurate records of prospects, partners, sponsors, donors, event participants, commitments, and stewardship activities within the organization's CRM and related systems.
- Represent BGC South East professionally at community, business, networking, and fundraising events.
- Support the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of BGC South East while building strong relationships across departments and with BGC Clubs and partners across Canada.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Post-secondary education in business, communications, or a related field.
- Graduate-level education is considered an asset.
- Previous experience in fundraising and/or sales.
- Fundraising certification is considered an asset.
- Marketing experience is considered an asset.
- Valid Ontario Class G driver's licence.
- Successful completion of a CPIC/Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.
What We're Looking For
- Exceptional time-management and organizational skills.
- Confidence in community outreach and building partnerships.
- Strong professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Strong self-direction and the ability to work independently.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to ongoing learning, training, and professional development.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing schedules, projects, and special events.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter, indicating the position you are applying for, to:
📧 hr@bgcsoutheast.ca
Attention: HR Coordinator
Candidates will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
BGC South East is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
