Programs & Events Manager

Job Title: Programs & Events Manager

Class: Full Time; Exempt
Reports To: Executive Director, Milwaukee Bucks Foundation

Location: Milwaukee, WI – Onsite

The Milwaukee Bucks are looking for dedicated people who accept diversity, equity & inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and encouraged.

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What We Offer:

· Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as mental health resources

· Pet Insurance

· 8 weeks of paid time off for parents to welcome newborns, adopted and foster children

· Unlimited PTO

· Professional Development through our internal learning & development program - Antler Academy

· Employee Resource Groups

· Milwaukee Bucks and NBA League Discounts

· Company Paid Parking and Phone Allowance

Position Overview 

The Milwaukee Bucks Foundation seeks a dynamic and driven Program & Event Manager to lead the development, execution, and growth of signature fundraising programs and events that power our mission to improve the wellbeing of underserved communities in Milwaukee. This role will manage and scale existing events like the 50/50 Raffle, Golf Outing, Sixth Man Soirée, and Community Impact Week, while also identifying and launching new fundraising opportunities that align with our strategic and financial plan. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented project manager, a creative fundraiser, and a relationship-builder.

Responsibilities:

• Lead planning, logistics, execution, and post-event evaluation for MBF's core fundraising events and programs:
  • 50/50 Raffle (in-season game-night operations)
  • Golf Outing
  • Sixth Man Soirée
  • Community Impact Week (annual community activation and giving campaign)

• Manage event budgets, timelines, vendor relationships, and staffing in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Monitor and report on KPIs of each program and event.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to develop assets and messaging for events and fundraising initiatives.
• Be responsible for all aspects of the 50/50 Raffle program during Bucks home games, including staffing, training, and in-game operations to ensure smooth execution and compliance with gaming regulations
• Develop new revenue-generating ideas to diversify MBF’s fundraising portfolio (e.g., community challenges, digital campaigns, peer-to-peer giving, intimate events).

• Maintain detailed project plans, fundraising databases, and sponsorship tracking.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in event planning, nonprofit fundraising, or program management.
• Proven success in executing high-quality events and campaigns that drive revenue and visibility.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills; ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including donor and stakeholder relations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project/event management tools (e.g., Givesmart).
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and irregular hours.
• Familiarity with the Milwaukee philanthropic landscape.

All offers for employment with the Milwaukee Bucks are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. We will consider people with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, and Federal laws.

The Milwaukee Bucks is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Ethnic Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

We provide our employees with a robust employee benefits plan that focuses on the mental and physical wellness of our team. We strive to offer a flexible work environment that allows our team members to be productive in both their work and home lives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.