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Donor Events Manager

Donor Events Manager

Zoo Knoxville
Development

In collaboration with the Vice President of Development, the Donor Events Manager (DEM) is responsible for executing Zoo Knoxville’s premier fundraising event, Zoofari. In addition, the DEM is responsible for lead project management, planning, and execution of all ancillary fundraising-related events including, but not limited to: Zoofari, Circle of Friends, donor cultivation, and stewardship events.

The DEM will manage the coordination and implementation of various aspects of event planning and oversee details on event production, including the development of event printed materials, collaboration with in-house stakeholders or external vendors, managing RSVPs and guest lists, and ensuring staff are properly prepared with event timeline and logistics. The DEM ensures the success of the event by being the point person for the execution of event logistics on the day of the event, acting as staff liaison for on-site staff and vendors providing services for event logistics. The DEM will execute the event timeline and provide immediate support to event hosts to ensure all guests have an exceptional experience.

The DEM will cultivate a strong working relationship with the Chair and members of the Zoofari committee and prepare necessary meeting materials and correspondence surrounding all committee meetings and events in a timely and accurate manner. In coordination with the Assistant Director of Development, the DEM will maintain accurate financial records for these events. Additionally, the DEM will fulfill requests from donors and Board members and provide personal, prompt and exceptional service in a professional manner at all times.

Vice President of Development

Vice President of Development

Zoo Knoxville
Development

The Vice President of Development serves as Zoo Knoxville’s head of philanthropy and is responsible for leading all philanthropic, advancement, and donor engagement strategies that support the zoo’s mission, vision, and long-term sustainability. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, this individual partners closely with the President & CEO, Board of Directors, volunteer leadership, and senior staff to secure the financial resources necessary to advance Zoo Knoxville’s conservation, education, animal welfare, and community impact initiatives.

The Vice President of Development provides strategic leadership for all aspects of fundraising, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate philanthropy, foundation relations, planned giving, donor stewardship, and campaign management. This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies that grow philanthropic support, deepen donor relationships, and strengthen a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization.

 

A primary focus of this position will be the leadership and execution of Zoo Knoxville’s transformational capital campaign and other major fundraising initiatives. The Vice President will work closely with campaign volunteers, board members, community leaders, and key stakeholders to cultivate, solicit, and steward significant philanthropic investments that support the zoo’s ambitious growth plans.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic relationship builder with a demonstrated track record of securing major gifts and leading high-performing advancement programs. They will serve as a visible ambassador for Zoo Knoxville within the community, fostering meaningful connections with donors, foundations, corporations, and conservation partners while helping position the zoo as one of the region’s most impactful nonprofit organizations.

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