Manager, Ride To Defeat Als

Summary

Join The ALS Association as the Manager, Ride to Defeat ALS! This fully remote position, ideally based in the Boston area, focuses on maximizing fundraising for three national events. You will develop and execute fundraising strategies, manage event logistics, recruit participants and volunteers, cultivate sponsor relationships, and oversee event budgets. Success in this role requires proven experience in peer-to-peer fundraising, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in relevant software. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, and two to five years of progressive organized peer to peer fundraising or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Computer skills required: Accounting Software; Development Software (LuminateOnline TeamRaiser and Salesforce preferred); Human Resource Systems; Microsoft Office; Payroll Systems; Project Management Software
• Proven experience in leading and managing “peer-to-peer” fundraising programs and training volunteers, volunteer coordinators, and paid staff in year-round “peer-to-peer” programs and thon-events
• A leader and team player with the ability to effectively interface with all levels of staff and volunteers.  Must develop, maintain, and positively influence relationships
• Extremely efficient in time management and can meet deadlines under pressure. Experienced and able to work with budget planning and tracking, and revenue share calculations
• High capacity to assess the value, importance, and/or quality of activities and people
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 40% of the time including but not limited to event locations and attendance at Association events as required or requested

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a national fundraising strategy to achieve the revenue goal (estimated $500K) across three Ride to Defeat ALS events. Events are located in Massachusetts, Florida, and Virginia
• Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of teams and individual riders
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of the rides in close partnership with Event Experience team, including vendor management, route planning, permits, and timelines
• Partner with local field development staff to recruit volunteers and ensure a cohesive participant experience
• Oversee budgets for each event, ensuring expense management and maximization of net revenue
• Foster relationships with sponsors and secure in-kind and financial partnerships to enhance event quality
• Utilize peer-to-peer fundraising platforms and CRM systems to drive engagement and maximize revenue
• Create and deliver coaching to participants that provide guidance, updates, and encouragement throughout the season

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates residing in the Boston, MA region

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
• Several paid holidays