Manager, Development

Summary

Join The ALS Association as a Development Manager and make a significant impact on the fight against ALS. This remote position, based in Eastern Nebraska/Iowa, focuses on executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to achieve a $400,000 income goal. You will manage various fundraising events, including the Walk to Defeat ALS, recruit and retain volunteers and donors, and manage event logistics. Collaboration with internal teams and community engagement are key aspects of this role. The successful candidate will analyze event performance, contribute to national campaign alignment, and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. This is an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make a real difference in the lives of those affected by ALS.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered
• A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in fundraising, event management, volunteer development and management, public relations, donor cultivation and relations, corporate sponsor cultivation
• Skilled at managing participants in an online fundraising platform; ability to run reports and analyze data to build strategic outreach plans
• Strong organizational skills
• Must exercise good judgment in prioritizing the scheduling of events; must know when to seek input from supervisor
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on relationship-building and mission alignment
• Able to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality in working with sensitive, confidential records and information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Ability to quickly train and use a donor database (such as Salesforce and Luminate Online)
• Willingness and ability to travel within the territory and work evening/weekend hours as needed

Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goal of at least $400,000 that includes a variety of fundraising events, including our signature event, the Walk to Defeat ALS
• Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of volunteer leaders, event participants, and donors, including team captains, event committee chairs and members
• Manage logistical details for all events in region including budget management, site planning, permitting, and vendor coordination
• Partner with internal teams, including Marketing, Care Services and Advancement, to ensure integrated campaigns
• Represent the ALS Association at community events, cultivating awareness and support for the mission
• Coordinate printing and distribution of event promotional materials
• Work as an integral part of Territory team, demonstrating initiative and owning a piece of a multi-state development effort
• Contribute to national campaign alignment, process improvement, and cross-team collaboration
• Analyze event performance on a weekly basis in collaboration with the Development Director ensuring growth of future monetary totals and attendance
• Attend all events, committee and staff meetings, and territory-wide activities as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of mission and fundraising goals

Benefits

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