The ALS Association is hiring a
Associate Director, Development

Summary

The Associate Director position at The ALS Association is a remote role requiring candidates to reside in New York City or Boston metropolitan areas. The ideal candidate will secure and grow major gifts for the organization, manage relationships with donors and field Development partners, and meet revenue goals.

Requirements

• A self-starter with outstanding communication skills
• Ability to successfully engage with a diverse staff and range of donors, volunteers, and community members
• Collaboration skills required to partner with field Development colleagues involved in the achievement of Territory revenue goals
• Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills
• Commitment to equity and inclusion with an inherent drive to work and collaborate with diverse populations
• Ability to work with flexibility in a dynamic team environment and embrace organizational change
• Commitment to learn and utilize new technologies to improve efficiency and implement strategy
• Proven track record of closing gifts and meeting fundraising goals
• Possess integrity, maturity and ethical awareness; ability to handle sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage donors and foundation partners
• Utilize moves management to build intentional relationships and thoughtful strategic plans for each supporter
• Provide engagement and funding opportunities that align with donors’ values and interests
• Secure gifts through active solicitation – The Ask
• Provide prompt, personal, and ongoing stewardship
• Maintain contact records in Salesforce and update benchmarking reports
• Collaborate with Sr Director on fundraising strategies and goals
• Meet and exceed Territory Major Gift revenue goals (approximately $1 million annually)
• Work both independently and collaboratively to cultivate relationships with field Development partners, donors, volunteers, and the ALS community

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Well-being benefits
• Paid time off and several paid holidays