Community Fundraising Manager (Endurance Events)
About The Position
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Community Fundraising Manager position. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Community Fundraising, this position works closely with the Team Fox Endurance team to oversee and manage The Foundation’s global endurance program. Comprised of 500+ athletes annually, the Team Fox Endurance Program supports community member participation in 12+ signature events including the World Marathon Majors events as well as climbing adventures such as Mt. Kilimanjaro, among others. This is a hybrid-flex position that will require in-person attendance at the Foundation’s office in New York City.
Requirements
- Knowledge in coordinating multiple projects and processes simultaneously while prioritizing tasks
- Gets energy from communicating with a diverse array of audiences that allows them to showcase strong interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet multiple deadlines
- Ability to demonstrate a strong growth mindset and solution-oriented attitude capable of learning from challenges
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and empathetically, to all stakeholders within the Foundation and externally
- Highly detail oriented
- Excellent Microsoft Office suite skills
- Position requires travel to assigned events, primarily on weekends
- Must have a valid driver’s license and passport
Responsibilities
- Co-manage registration and stewardship of 400+ athletes annually across 12–15 endurance and adventure events
- Oversee the shared program inbox, providing timely, thoughtful customer service and issue resolution
- Serve as the primary point of contact for athletes regarding logistics, expectations, timelines, and responsibilities
- Draft and manage all key event communications before, during, and after races/adventures
- Ensure consistent, high-quality participant experiences across the full Endurance portfolio
- Create, maintain, and optimize fundraising campaigns for each event
- Support athlete fundraising education, engagement, and progress towards goals
- Troubleshoot technical or platform-related issues for participants
- Support relationships with external vendors such as hotels, event venues, photographers, and suppliers
- Assist with planning and execution of on-site logistics at events
- Manage inventory, ordering, and distribution of program collateral (jerseys, signage, cowbells, welcome kits, incentives, etc.)
- Ensure branding and materials are current, organized, and event-ready
- Partner with Team Fox leadership to identify opportunities to grow participation and fundraising revenue
- Implement and improve recruitment and engagement strategies to find and retain strong community members
- Attend and support Endurance events, Special Events (such as MVP Awards Weekend), and other Foundation programs
- Serve as an on-site ambassador for Team Fox and the Foundation
Benefits
- 15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
- Competitive dental and vision plans
- 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employer paid life and disability insurance
- 18 Vacation Days
- 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days
- 2 Personal Days
- summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm)
- a summer holiday week over July 4
- Flexible work environment
- Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis
- The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
