The ALS Association

Advances ALS research and supports patients

Manager – Development

Business Development & PartnershipsUpdated on Nov 7

Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, event management, volunteer development and management, public relations, donor cultivation and relations, or corporate sponsor cultivation is required.
Skill managing participants in an online fundraising platform, including running reports and analyzing data to build strategic outreach plans, is required.
The role requires strong organizational skills and good judgment in prioritizing event schedules and knowing when to seek supervisor input.
The role requires timely, effective oral and written communication with multiple constituencies, including strong follow-up and follow-through.
The role requires maintaining integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive records and information.
Proficiency with Windows computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required; the ability to quickly learn and use donor databases such as Salesforce and Blackbaud is also required.
The employee must be an insured driver with access to an insured vehicle because frequent territory travel, up to 30%, may be required.
COVID-19 vaccination may be required when applicable under state, local, or federal orders or requirements of third-party clinics, vendors, or events, unless a legally required exemption is approved.

Responsibilities

Generate $500,000 or more in annual revenue through ALS-sponsored peer-to-peer events, including Walk to Defeat ALS, CEO Soak, Team Challenge, sporting events, and distinguished events in the Louisville, Lexington, Toledo, and Erie metro areas.
Support other territory-wide development responsibilities as required or requested, focusing on peer-to-peer coaching, constituent engagement, volunteer committees, and relationships with state supporters.
Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goal of $400,000–$500,000 through fundraising events and corporate partnerships.
Recruit, steward, and retain event committee chairs and members, and build relationships with community partners.
Manage event logistics, printing, and promotional materials as needed.
Collaborate with the Event Experience team and committee volunteers.
Operate within budget guidelines.
Partner with Care Services staff to involve patients and families in awareness and fundraising activities.
Work with territory MarCom staff to achieve marketing and public relations objectives.
With Corporate and Individual Giving staff, conduct in-person meetings and phone and email outreach with corporate partners, vendors, volunteer committees, and donors.
Represent the organization and speak at community events.
Work as part of the territory team and support the Managing Director, Director of Development, and other team members as needed.
Ensure the smooth integration of Association standards and guidelines.
Attend territory events and meetings as required.
Collaborate with Programs and Development departments to support and grow the effectiveness and efficiency of fundraising and mission activities.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of mission and fundraising goals.

Desired Qualifications

Experience using Canva, Adobe Suite, Tableau, Greater Giving, and Spekit is a plus for producing or editing program-specific materials, running reports, and accessing training.

The ALS Association is the largest ALS organization in the world. The ALS Association funds global research collaborations, assists people with ALS and their families through its nationwide network of care and certified clinical care centers, and advocates for better public policies for people with ALS. The mission of the ALS Association is to make ALS livable and cure it. For more information about the ALS Association, visit our website at www.als.org

*This is a remote position based out Louisville or Lexington, KY, Ohio, or Western PA*

POSITION SUMMARY:
As Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for generating $500,000+ in annual revenue through ALS sponsored peer-to-peer events (Walk to Defeat ALS® program, CEO Soak, Team Challenge, Sporting events, and Distinguished Events) in the Louisville, KY Metroplex, Lexington, KY Metroplex, Toledo, OH Metroplex, and Erie, PA Metroplex as well as supporting other territory-wide development responsibilities as required or requested. The position will focus on peer-to-peer coaching, engagement of constituents across both areas, developing volunteer committees, and building strong relationships that meet the needs of state supporters while generating resources for territory programs and services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goal of $400,000 - $500,000 that includes a variety of fundraising events and corporate partnerships.
Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of event committee chair and members as well as building strong relationships with community partners.
Manage logistical details, printing, and promotional materials as needed for events
Collaborate with Event Experience team and committee volunteers.
Operate within budgetary guidelines.
Partner with Care Services staff to involve patients and families in awareness and fundraising activities.
Work with MarCom territory staff to achieve marketing and public relations objectives
In partnership with Corporate and Individual Giving staff, execute face to face meetings, phone and email contact with corporate partners, vendors, volunteer committees and donors.
Engage the public by representing the organization and speaking at community events.

OTHER DUITES:

Work as integral part of Territory team and support Managing Director, Director of Development, and team members as needed.
Ensure smooth integration of Association standards and guidelines.
Attend Territory events and meetings as required.
Collaborate closely with others in the Programs and Development departments to support and grow the effectiveness and efficiency in fundraising and mission activities.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of mission and fundraising goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of 3 years 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.
Able to communicate both orally and in writing in a timely and effective manner to multiple constituencies. Strong follow-up and follow-through required.
Able to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality in working with sensitive, confidential records and information.
Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer programs in a Windows environment, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to quickly train and use a donor database (such as Salesforce and Blackbaud).
Experience using Canva, Adobe Suite, Tableau, Greater Giving, and Spekit a plus for producing and/or editing program-specific materials, running reports, and accessing training.
Insured driver with access to an insured vehicle as frequent travel (up to 30%) throughout the territory may be required.

PAY TRANSPARENCY:
The ALS Association’s pay range for this position is $49,440 - $59,196 annually.

The ALS Association has compensation ranges for various work locations throughout the United States, allowing us to compensate employees competitively and consistently in diverse geographic markets. The above-listed listed range shows prospective compensation for this role; the appropriate range will be established by what is eventually determined to be the candidate's primary work location. Various factors, including the complexity and significance of the role, job duties/requirements, relevant experience and abilities, and primary work location, determine individual compensation. Compensation ranges are evaluated and typically adjusted on a regular basis. Offers are made within the compensation range that is in effect at the time of the job offer.

The Association may, at its discretion, offer merit-based increases tied to individual performance. The benefits listed may differ depending on employment status with the Association. 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 and several paid holidays are available to Association employees, among other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The ALS Association endeavors to make www.als.org accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

The ALS Association highly encourages their employees to be fully vaccinated, as considered per the CDC guidelines, with the COVID-19 vaccination. Requirements to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination may be applicable by state, local, and other federal orders or applicable lawful requirements by third-party clinics, vendors, or events attended on ALS Association business. If applicable, proof of vaccination will be required, unless approved for a legally required exemption by The ALS Association.

About the Company

The ALS Association

Advances ALS research and supports patients

The ALS Association is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting ALS on multiple fronts. It leads global research efforts, provides assistance to people with ALS through a nationwide network, coordinates multidisciplinary care via certified clinical care centers, and builds government partnerships to advocate for policies and funding. Its programs include funding and guiding research, offering patient and caregiver support, coordinating clinical care to ensure access to specialized services, and advocating for public policy and resources. This approach is distinct because it combines research leadership, direct services, and policy advocacy under one umbrella, with a nationwide network and dedicated ALS Nexus platform to connect patients, researchers, and clinicians. The goal is to discover new treatments and a cure for ALS while improving quality of life and expanding access to care for those affected.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Not listed
Founded: 1985

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