Director of Events - San Francisco, CA

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and communities throughout the Bay Area. As part of a global movement, the YMCA focuses on strengthening communities through youth development, promoting healthy living, and advancing social responsibility. Known for its commitment to fostering safe, inclusive environments, the YMCA creates spaces where individuals can truly be themselves, belong to supportive communities, and grow into their fullest potential. Emphasizing core values such as truth, courage, authenticity, accessibility, dependability, creativity, dignity, and empathy, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco continually strives to create strong, vibrant communities. This is not just a job but a career opportunity where employees can engage deeply with meaningful social causes and contribute to lasting positive change. At the YMCA, employees uncover their passions while addressing some of the nation’s most pressing social issues in an environment that supports their personal and professional growth. Committed to fostering an organizational culture built on caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility, the YMCA invests in its workforce through ongoing professional development and team-building initiatives. The Director of Events plays a crucial role in supporting the YMCA’s philanthropic and community engagement efforts across San Francisco. This leadership position is responsible for the strategic planning, development, and execution of all association-wide fundraising and mission-driven events. By centralizing and professionalizing event management, the Director ensures alignment with the YMCA’s organizational goals and the achievement of its 2030 Vision. This position demands a strategic thinker and effective leader who can design comprehensive event strategies that not only generate significant philanthropic revenue but also deepen relationships with donors, sponsors, and the broader community. Through skillful event management, the Director elevates the YMCA’s visibility and engagement across the Bay Area. This role oversees major fundraising events with revenues exceeding $25,000, managing logistics, budgeting, vendor relations, and compliance requirements. Collaboration with internal teams, volunteers, board members, and community partners is essential to delivering seamless, impactful event experiences. The Director works closely with Advancement leadership to forecast outcomes, track performance, and continuously refine event strategies for greater effectiveness. In addition to event execution, the Director of Events cultivates strong donor relationships and sponsorship opportunities through professional communications and engagement initiatives. They create innovative avenues for showcasing the YMCA’s programs and mission impacts during events, strengthening donor connection and satisfaction. Further, the role requires partnership with Marketing and Communications teams to promote events and share compelling impact stories that resonate with diverse audiences. Operational rigor is critical to success in this role, involving careful budget monitoring, resource allocation, and data tracking. The Director seeks out opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize the long-term impact of fundraising efforts. The position requires dedication to the YMCA’s mission, values, and equity principles, including working cross-functionally to build authentic relationships with varied stakeholders. Availability to work evenings and weekends is necessary to support event schedules. With a salary range of $76,000 to $90,000 per year, this full-time position offers a competitive compensation package aligned with industry standards and grant funding requirements. The YMCA of Greater San Francisco also provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Working in person, the Director of Events has the opportunity to lead meaningful fundraising initiatives that directly contribute to strengthening communities and empowering futures across the region.

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation
• All employees working with the YMCA have supervisory responsibility for minors
• Fingerprinting and background checks are required prior to the first day of work, in accordance with YMCA policy and applicable laws
• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification
• Some positions may also require a credit check
• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation
• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment