Manager, Signature Events

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Do you thrive on turning big ideas into flawless, unforgettable events? As Manager, Signature Events
, you'll lead the events that help fund Look Good Feel Better's mission by delivering events with national and community-level impact, running high-stakes logistics, supporting volunteer committees, providing best-in-class sponsor stewardship, and creating moments that inspire donors to give generously. If you're energized by fast-paced fundraising and want your work to directly benefit people facing cancer, this role is for you.

Who we are at the core:
Look Good Feel Better is Canada’s only national charitable program dedicated to helping people manage the physical and emotional effects of cancer and its treatment. Our workshops are delivered online and in more than 80 hospitals and cancer centres across the country. Topics include Skincare & Makeup, Wigs & Scarves, Bras & Prostheses, Shaving & Men’s Skincare, Post-treatment Nutrition, Advanced Skincare, Nail Care and a dedicated workshop for teens.

During workshops, participants receive tools and techniques to help deal with the psychosocial impact of the disease and connect with others going through similar experiences. Led by expert volunteers in a small group setting, the workshops offer a supportive and welcoming environment.

• We are driven by a culture of inclusivity, accountability, transparency, authenticity, and purpose
• We are proud to be a diverse team with continued commitment to fostering our DEIB capacity reflected by our team, board members, partners, and the stakeholders we serve and strive to serve
• We value work-life balance through a hybrid remote-work model along with an emphasis on personal health and wellness through time off and ability to disconnect
• Along with competitive salaries within the non-profit sector, we provide competitive health benefits coverage and an RSP matching program (as applicable)
• We offer a generous paid time off package including vacation days, wellness days and paid closure over the winter holiday break
• We encourage team connectivity, collaboration, celebration and cultivating mentorship and growth

The Manager, Signature Events is responsible for the strategic planning, management and execution of Look Good Feel Better’s key events, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget and against revenue and fundraising goals. Working closely with the Development, Marketing & Communications and Operations teams, Volunteer Committees, sponsors, donors and external vendors, this role leads all aspects of event delivery—from committee support, sponsorship and auction management to venue logistics, guest experience and event-day execution.

The Events Manager also evaluates and evolves our events to identify opportunities for revenue growth, stronger engagement and greater operational efficiency.

• Manage the successful planning and execution of Look Good Feel Better’s key events through effective stakeholder relationships including Volunteer Committees, vendors and internal LGFB teams, ticket sales, live and silent auctions, on-site fundraising, sponsorship/donor recognition and budgeting.
• With the Development Team, support Volunteer Committees, including preparing for and attending meetings, creating committee presentations, pipeline creation, supporting committee member solicitations and donations, and providing progress reports.
• Work closely with vendor partners to manage venue logistics, catering, vendors, décor, entertainment, silent and live auction execution.
• Monitor and manage the event budgets, timelines, and critical paths to ensure delivery against workback schedules and revenue goals
• Manage the online auction platform for each event - including item entry, bidder registration, on-site bidding support, reconciliation, and payment processing.
• Act as liaison for sponsors, donors, and guests by coordinating sponsorship fulfillment, receipting, guest lists, and seating requirements.
• Manage vendor(s) for event fixture storage and delivery and donor product procurements for event gifting/swag…