Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF)-posted 10 months ago
$52,000 - $54,000/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Portland, OR

As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community -- breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment -- we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes. Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it. The Development Coordinator will play an integral role in the day-to-day execution of integrated fundraising efforts for the Chapter while supporting Outreach, Support and Educational programing in partnership with key volunteers. This Development Coordinator will work closely with local Chapter leadership, regional teams and an outstanding group of volunteers to increase the reach and impact of Breakthrough T1D in the Pacific NW chapter territory which includes Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington.

  • Collaborate with local staff as well as national/regional staff resources to ensure the Chapter’s growth and success.
  • Execute Walk Family Team acquisition, engagement and retention strategies to drive fundraising in support of T1D research through the Portland Walk campaign.
  • In partnership with Peer to Peer staff, work to support the fundraising success of the Breakthrough T1D Ride to Cure Diabetes.
  • In partnership with Community Engagement staff, engage and educate the OR/SWWA T1D community through the execution of the Community Summit, Breakthrough T1D's premier educational event.
  • Engage newly diagnosed families and individuals, T1D community members, healthcare providers and other stakeholders in chapter programs and activities to support and drive the Breakthrough T1D Mission.
  • Develop and increase Chapter pipeline to drive volunteer engagement in Chapter campaigns including Portland Walk, Portland Hope Gala and the Ride to Cure Diabetes.
  • Partner with Chapter staff and leadership volunteers to identify, recruit and develop additional committee volunteers, as assigned.
  • Assume various responsibilities for other assigned activities in partnership with various Chapter Staff.
  • Maintain a solid understanding of Breakthrough T1D Mission and research therapeutics.
  • Engage with Breakthrough T1D constituents, volunteers and staff in a professional, customer focused manner consistent with the organizational Core Values of being passionate, innovative, collaborative, respectful, trustworthy, appreciative, and results-oriented.
  • 1-2 years of fundraising experience, including events
  • Self-starter, with the ability to collaborate as a team player
  • Team player who can achieve individual objectives and support those of the entire chapter team.
  • Works well within a matrix structure where more than one individual is providing guidance, feedback, counsel and support.
  • Self-motivated and able to successfully work on projects independently
  • Strong verbal and written communication.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to create and manage processes that enhances efficiency of staff work while allowing for donor centricity.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
  • Detail-oriented
  • Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree
  • Valid OR or WA state driver’s license and access to a vehicle
  • Ability to travel within the chapter footprint.
  • Occasional evening and weekend work as needed.
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