AVP, Community Events (Southeast)
About The Position
The Assistant Vice President, Community Events provides strategic leadership and vision for the organization’s campaign event fundraising portfolio in the Southeast US region , overseeing planning, execution, and long-term growth for Walk MS, Hike MS and Climb to the Top. This role manages a team of 10-18 market-based fundraising professionals, sets revenue targets, and drives innovation to expand reach, deepen donor engagement, and maximize impact. As a leader, the AVP collaborates cross-functionally with executive leadership, marketing, and development teams to align event strategies with organizational priorities and mission outcomes. The AVP is accountable for team performance, staff development, donor stewardship, and ensuring campaign alignment with national strategy and regional priorities.
Requirements
- 3+ years’ experience managing a team
- Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes.
- Proven ability to align regional strategies with national campaign goals and drive event-based fundraising growth.
- Experience using data analytics and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) to inform decisions and improve campaign outcomes ; able to communicate data and set direction to team.
- Demonstrated success managing complex event portfolios, budgets, and logistics with strategic innovation.
- Strong leadership skills, including coaching, performance management, and workload balancing across teams.
- Skilled in donor stewardship and relationship management, in partnership with individual giving and major gifts teams.
- Experience growing and activating corporate sponsorships through strategic partnerships and collaboration.
- Track record of identifying revenue opportunities through effective prospecting and donor engagement.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence in fundraising processes and participant experience.
- Effective communicator with the ability to foster cross-functional collaboration and inclusive team culture.
- Resilient and solutions-oriented leader who adapts well to change and thrives in fast-paced environments
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight for a regional portfolio of fundraising events aligned to a specific campaign (Community, Endurance, or Signature Events).
- Supervise a team of 10 –18 market-based fundraisers, setting clear goals, managing performance, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Set clear expectations, delegate effectively, and ensure accountability for team performance and goal achievement
- Ensure team structure and staffing are optimized for performance, balancing workloads and aligning talent to campaign needs
- Provide coaching, feedback, and development support to staff at all levels, creating growth pathways and building fundraising capacity
- Collaborate with Vice Presidents and regional leadership to align campaign execution with national strategy and local priorities
- Monitor and analyze team performance using KPIs and CRM data to drive coaching, planning, and course-correcting strategies to ensure regional success
- Partner with Individual Giving and Corporate Partnerships teams to deepen donor relationships, activate sponsors, and grow revenue from institutional funders.
- Contribute to revenue forecasting, budgeting, and planning processes for DIY fundraising
- Champion innovation, cross-team collaboration and operational efficiency by encouraging idea-sharing and adopting best practices across markets
- Represent the region and campaign at organizational meetings and collaborate cross-functionally to advance strategic goals.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off Plan
- Paid Holidays
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
- Commuter Benefit Plan
- Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Disability Coverage
- Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching
- structured and transparent approach to career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
