Director Market Events
American Cancer Society
Director Market Events
American Cancer Society
Advocates, funds cancer research, supports patients
At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities.
The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.
ESSTENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Leads and develops a team of fundraising professionals, ensuringstrong performance, accountability, collaboration, and talent development.20%
Builds and sustains strategic relationships with major donors, corporate partners, volunteer leaders, and community stakeholders to drive revenue growth and long-term engagement.25%
Drives market fundraising strategy and execution across the portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and achievement of revenue goals.20%
Leadsvolunteer leadership engagement efforts, including recruitment, stewardship, succession planning, and activation of key community influencers.15%
Collaborates across functions and markets to align strategies, maximize donor pipeline opportunities, and support broader organizational success.10%
Monitors portfolio performance, financial results, and key metrics, adjusting strategies tooptimizegrowth and return on investment.10%
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree
Years of experience: Five+ years related multi-million dollar fundraising responsibilities, people management experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Proven success leading fundraising teams while personally driving external relationship development and revenue growth.
Advanced relationship management skills with major donors, corporate partners, and volunteer leaders.
Demonstrated ability torepresentan organization effectively within the community and build strategic partnerships.
Strong leadership, coaching, and talent development skills.
Experience developing and executing market-based fundraising strategies.
Ability toinfluence acrossteams, stakeholders, and community networks.
Strong financial and performance management skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on external engagement.
Ability to think broadly, collaborate effectively, and advance organizational priorities beyond individual market goals.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Limited overnight travel to meetings and events
Expectation to be external in market, 3 days per week average
After hours and weekend work
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
No specific physical requirements
The starting rate is $105,000 to $115,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.
ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.
Advocates, funds cancer research, supports patients
American Cancer Society works to end cancer by combining advocacy, research, and patient support. It funds and conducts cancer research, provides information and education to prevent and detect cancer, and offers services to help patients and families during treatment. Its nationwide programs include a patient helpline, support resources, and policy advocacy to improve access to care. What sets it apart is its comprehensive, end-to-end approach that connects scientific research with practical support and public policy, aiming to improve quality of life for people affected by cancer. The organization’s goal is to end cancer as we know it for everyone by enabling prevention, early detection, effective treatment, and survival.
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