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Cincinnati Opera’s development department seeks a highly motivated and organized individual with excellent interpersonal relationship skills to serve as Events Manager.

This person will be responsible for planning, coordinating and managing all cultivation, donor and major events for Cincinnati Opera. Examples of events include but are not limited to the season opening night dinner, pre-performance dinners, cast parties, donor receptions, and the Opera Gala, a large annual fall fundraiser.

This position reports to the Director of Development and also works closely with the President and Board of the Cincinnati Opera Guild to support various volunteer meetings, events and activities.

The successful candidate will have meaningful experience in events planning and management, as well as experience working with volunteers. He/she must understand how to motivate and work productively with volunteers and donors. The candidate must also be able to function efficiently during the compressed time of the opera season when multiple events are scheduled. Event management often requires work on weekends and evenings, beyond the regular work day. Demonstrated experience managing multiple tasks and events simultaneously is essential, as is a track record with coordinating complex, multi-faceted major events. This position demands outstanding organizational and communication skills.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office is required; familiarity with Raiser’s Edge fundraising software is a plus.

While knowledge of opera is not a requirement of this position, candidates should have an interest in the special nature of non-profit/arts organizations and the role that fund raising and donor services play in these environments. This is a full time position and is available in January. Benefits are offered and salary is commensurate with experience. Mail, fax or email cover letter, resume and three references by December 12, 2008, to Human Resources at Cincinnati Opera. Address: 1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202-7531. Fax: 513-768-5552. Email: hr@cincinnatiopera.org. Cincinnati Opera is an Equal Opportunity Employer.