Manager, Development

Summary

Join our partner organization as a Manager, Development to lead and execute signature fundraising events in the St. Louis, MO metro area. This remote role is vital in supporting individuals and families affected by ALS through fundraising, outreach, and community engagement. Collaborate with the Director of Development and a team to drive successful event outcomes. The position requires developing and implementing fundraising strategies, recruiting and engaging stakeholders, conducting outreach to sponsors and donors, and collaborating on marketing and communication strategies. Event performance tracking and budget management are also key responsibilities. Occasional travel may be required. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree (preferred), at least two years of experience in event planning and fundraising, and demonstrated ability to work with diverse individuals.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in event planning and fundraising
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals, including staff, volunteers, and donors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a fundraising strategy to achieve a minimum revenue goal of $500,000 through three major events annually
• Support the recruitment, engagement, and retention of honorary chairs, event committees, and community stakeholders
• Conduct outreach to sponsors and donors through meetings, calls, and emails; ensure all sponsorship benefits are fulfilled in accordance with partnership agreements
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create and execute communication strategies and coordinate production of promotional materials
• Ensure events align with organizational standards, policies, and procedures
• Track and analyze event performance weekly and collaborate on strategies to drive attendance and revenue growth
• Manage event budgets; perform reconciliation of projections versus actual expenses
• Attend key events, team meetings, and territory-wide functions, including occasional overnight travel within the assigned region
• Partner with service teams to incorporate voices of individuals and families impacted by ALS into fundraising and awareness initiatives
• Contribute to a multi-state development strategy as part of a cooperative and mission-driven team
• Provide additional support for fundraising and mission goals as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Experience with peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and volunteer committee leadership (preferred)
• Familiarity with managing walk teams and corporate partnerships (preferred but not required)
• Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce and fundraising platforms like Luminate Online (preferred)

Benefits

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