Sweepstakes Specialist and Business Development Coordinator

Position: Sweepstakes Specialist and Business Development Coordinator

Hours:  Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm in office (remote work not available)

Location: San Antonio, TX; some travel required

Department: Marketing

Relocation package available for the right candidate

Who We Are

https://www.safariclub.org/

Hunting is an ancient tradition passed down from the earliest times of man to the present day. Hunters participate directly in the natural world and care enough to make sure that it continues in all of its awesome beauty and diversity. Safari Club International is a U.S.-based organization of more than 50,000 hunters and nearly 200 chapters worldwide, dedicated to protecting the right to hunt and promoting sustainable-use wildlife conservation. Between SCI and its sister organization, the SCI Foundation, we have put more than $70 Million on the ground for conservation since 2000. In the U.S. and abroad, hunters are part of a system that keeps the rivers, forests and fields intact and maintains the wildlife.

Summary

We are seeking a Sweepstakes Specialist and Business Development Coordinator for a large non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for hunting, wildlife conservation, and outdoor enthusiast communities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to develop and optimize sweepstakes and raffle initiatives, effectively advancing business development goals to grow membership. This role will foster connections with our valuable community of guides & outfitters and hunting industry professionals to plan sweepstakes opportunities that entice new hunters to get involved and create engaging opportunities for our existing members. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply expertise in sweepstakes and raffles planning and management to drive meaningful outcomes for the organization and get more hunters involved.

All applicants should demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, hunting as an essential part of biologically sound and ethically responsible international wildlife management. The ideal candidate will have an existing knowledge of SCI’s current programs and mission and be passionate about hunter’s rights.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sweepstakes and raffles campaigns, encompassing planning and implementation to drive membership goals.
• Create engaging and compliant sweepstakes and raffles rules and regulations, ensuring strict adherence to legal requirements.
• Collaborate closely with marketing and communication teams to generate promotional materials and content aimed at maximizing participant engagement.
• Manage the selection and procurement of prizes, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and donor expectations.
• Monitor and analyze campaign performance, making data-driven recommendations for optimization and improvement.
• Maintain precise records of all sweepstakes and raffles activities, including financial transactions, participant data and project management tracking.
• Coordinate with legal counsel to guarantee compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing sweepstakes and raffles.
• Provide exceptional customer service to participants, promptly and professionally addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and legal requirements related to sweepstakes and raffles.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.  Attends meetings, other conventions, and trade shows as appropriate to maintain professional contacts and/or represent SCI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in planning and managing sweepstakes and raffles for nonprofits or similar organizations.
• Thorough understanding of legal regulations and compliance related to sweepstakes and raffles.
• Exceptional project management skills, including effective task prioritization and deadline management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• A keen eye for detail with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and make well-informed decisions within a fast-paced environment.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.

Benefits

Safari Club International offers a full benefit package. Please go to our careers page to view our Benefit Summary: https://safariclub.org/careers/