Childhood Cancer Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing financial and emotional support to families battling pediatric cancer. Through fundraising initiatives, wish grants, and special experiences, we work to create meaningful moments for children and families while helping alleviate some of the challenges associated with a pediatric cancer diagnosis.
About the Event
Childhood Cancer Society is seeking an experienced, engaging, and polished Charity Event Auctioneer for an upcoming benefit dinner hosted in collaboration with the Mayor and First Lady of Saddle River, New Jersey at Ridgewood Country Club.
The evening will bring together an influential audience of community leaders, business executives, philanthropists, and supporters. A centerpiece of the evening will be a live auction featuring premium items, luxury experiences, travel opportunities, and other high-value packages, with proceeds supporting Childhood Cancer Society’s mission.
The ideal candidate will know how to create excitement, connect with an upscale donor audience, and strategically encourage competitive bidding while keeping the focus on the charitable impact of the evening.
Responsibilities
Lead and facilitate the live auction during the benefit dinner
Present auction packages in a compelling, energetic, and professional manner
Encourage competitive bidding and help maximize fundraising revenue for Childhood Cancer Society
Engage and interact confidently with donors and guests throughout the auction
Maintain the appropriate balance of energy, humor, professionalism, and sensitivity for a charitable event
Familiarize yourself with featured auction items, experiences, sponsors, and key messaging prior to the event
Collaborate with Childhood Cancer Society leadership, event organizers, AV staff, and the evening’s program team
Help connect auction giving opportunities to the mission and impact of Childhood Cancer Society
Keep the auction moving efficiently while recognizing bidding activity throughout the room
Participate in a pre-event briefing or run-through with the event team
Previous experience as a professional auctioneer, benefit auctioneer, fundraising auctioneer, or live event host strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience engaging audiences in a live event environment
Excellent public speaking and presentation abilities
Comfortable interacting with executives, philanthropists, community leaders, and high-level donors
Ability to think quickly and adapt to bidding activity and audience response in real time
Professional, polished, and reliable demeanor
Ability to collaborate effectively with event producers and nonprofit leadership
Must be available to attend the event in person at Ridgewood Country Club in Paramus, New Jersey
Experience with nonprofit galas, charity auctions, luxury events, or high-end hospitality is a plus
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