Events and Engagement Manager
Listed on 2026-03-02
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
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Management
Job Title:
Events and Engagement Manager
Posting Timeframe:
Desired
Start Date:
April 1, 2026
Position Type:
Exempt – full time (40 hours per week)
Salary Range: $57,000 – $59,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Visit the Careers section of our website for full benefits.
Location:
We have offices in Fort Collins and Loveland, Colorado, and offer a flexible work environment. Team members are encouraged to work where they are most effective, with some in‑office presence required for designated meetings and events.
What it’s like to work at United Way
Are you passionate about empowering children and youth? Do you believe in the power of community to create meaningful, lasting change? If so, you’ve come to the right place.
At United Way of Larimer County, we’re building a future where every child has the support they need to thrive. We’re driving real impact by expanding access to affordable child care, strengthening family financial stability, promoting literacy, and building community hubs that bring essential resources together under one roof.
We are committed to advancing equity, closing disparity gaps, and expanding opportunity for those historically excluded from access and resources.
As part of our fun, collaborative team, you’ll work alongside dedicated partners to champion innovative solutions that uplift kids and families across Larimer County. Enjoy great benefits, including generous PTO, a hybrid work schedule, paid health benefits, and more!
We welcome diverse perspectives and encourage candidates from historically excluded groups to apply. If you’re passionate about our mission — even if you don’t meet every qualification — we’d love to hear from you!
Scope of PositionThe Events and Engagement Manager plays a key strategic role in advancing United Way’s broader donor and community engagement goals through inclusive, mission‑aligned events and other engagement activities. This position leads the planning and execution of both external and internal events, ensuring they reflect organizational values, elevate community voice, and create meaningful experiences for diverse constituencies. Working closely with cross‑functional teams—including fundraising, communications, and community impact—the Events and Engagement Manager ensures each event is designed with its intended audience in mind and aligned with the strategic goals of each department.
In addition to public‑facing event leadership, this role supports internal culture‑building through staff engagement events and recognition moments. The Events and Engagement Manager also leads marketing for events in coordination with the Marketing Manager, ensuring brand consistency, inclusive messaging, and broad community reach. Additionally, this role provides engagement support to our donor affinity groups and contributes to broader donor, advocacy, policy, and program engagement efforts.
Rooted in collaboration and strategic execution, this role balances big‑picture alignment with exceptional attention to logistical detail—ensuring events are impactful, accessible, and reflective of United Way’s commitment to community.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the end‑to‑end planning and execution of internal and external events—from concept through follow‑up—ensuring every detail is managed, board, staff and volunteers are prepared, and every event reflects United Way’s mission, values, and brand.
Manage all logistics including registration, communications, staffing, accessibility, and on‑site coordination. Oversee setup and breakdown, ensuring smooth, inclusive experiences for attendees, partners, and staff.
Work with cross‑functional teams—including fundraising, marketing, community impact, policy, and advocacy—to ensure events and engagement activities are tailored to the intended audience and aligned with strategic goals.
Coordinate with the Marketing Manager to promote events through branded, inclusive messaging and materials that reach and resonate with diverse audiences.
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