Coordinator, Run/Walk

ZERO Prostate Cancer • Alexandria, VA

7d • Remote

About The Position

Coordinator, Run/Walk
Full Time ∙ Non-Exempt Salaried ∙ Remote
Are you ready to transform your career into a powerful catalyst for change? For almost 30 years, ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) has been at the forefront of the battle against prostate cancer, providing essential support to patients and families touched by this disease. ZERO is the nation’s leading prostate cancer organization and the number one provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services. We are on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support.
Consistently recognized as one of the Best Nonprofits to Work for by the Nonprofit Times, we take pride in our unwavering commitment to our team and community. Our culture is founded on the principles of growth, inclusivity, and camaraderie, which we uphold with passion and purpose. Our vision is a world where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. When you join ZERO, you become part of an extraordinary community with strong core values, where each individual motivates and inspires one another, advancing your career while making a meaningful impact in the fight against prostate cancer. Seize this opportunity to be more than just an employee—become an essential part of a movement that truly matters!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Administration, Hospitality Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Prior experience in fundraising development within a nonprofit organization
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with participants, donors, volunteers, and staff members
• Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
• Valid driver's license, access to reliable vehicle, good driving record, and proof of automobile insurance
• Demonstrated ability to mobilize and motivate individuals to achieve fundraising goals
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a solutions-oriented mindset
• Strong multi-tasking skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to effectively communicate ZERO's mission while persuading others to support the cause
• Proven ability to build and maintain portfolios of donors and sponsors
• Ability to communicate effectively over the phone and comfortably cold call as needed
• Excellent project management skills with attention to detail
• Knowledge of peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising software and event management
• Exceptional ability to analyze, design, and implement efficient operational processes that maximize productivity
• Ability to identify opportunities for streamlining workflows and creating sustainable systems
• Experience managing volunteers and building executive committees
• Comfortable requesting donations and sponsorships
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills across all stakeholder groups
• Ability to identify opportunities for growth in relationships

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of demonstrated professional experience in peer-to-peer fundraising events within a nonprofit organization
• Understanding of fundraising principles and donor stewardship
• Familiarity with Asana, P2P Fundraising Platforms (ie. Luminate Online), CRM systems (ie. RE NXT), Google Suite, and Slack

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute grassroots outreach plans to attract participants, teams, and sponsors with vested interest in the cause
• Provide excellent customer service through fundraising hotline and general email box to external constituents
• Coordinate multi-channel participant outreach (ringless voicemail, texting platform, calls, cards, emails) to retain past participants, coach current participants, and increase registration and fundraising
• Monitor fundraiser and team performance to ensure timely responsiveness, provide recognition, and steward captains and individuals to deepen fundraising results
• Responsible for National Virtual Run/Walk event ($50k) and National Teams program ($20k+ national activation) fundraising coaching and recruitment
• Build and lead executive volunteer committees for Run/Walk events; recruit, assign, manage, train, and communicate with volunteers including day-of event support
• Conduct sponsorship prospecting and cold calling to secure new business for Run/Walk Series
• Identify, cultivate, and steward prospective fundraising teams, sponsors, and donors; request, secure, and manage fundraising, sponsorship, and in-kind donations
• Attend virtual and in-person meetings and events with sponsors, volunteers, committees, and community partners to advance fundraising goals
• Coordinate event day logistics including setup, execution, and breakdown (8+ hours on-site)

Benefits

• Flexible (Unlimited) PTO, upon completion of probationary period
• 403(b) retirement plan matching up to 4%
• 100% Employer-paid benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability insurance
• FSA/HSA

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level