This role supports Friends by leading fundraising events for the organization and overseeing operations for the philanthropy team. As project manager for fundraising events, the Philanthropy Events & Operations Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of cultivation, stewardship and solicitation events to engage supporters of Friends. On the operational side, the Manager provides support and high-level project management for key philanthropy initiatives, working with the Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO) to ensure the team has clear goals, roles and responsibilities for all major projects tied to team goals, as defined in the philanthropy annual work plan.