Fundraising Manager, Relationship Events

Alzheimer's Association® • Addison, TX

1d • $52,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Relationship Events is responsible for the implementation of the
Imagine, A World Without Alzheimer’s Gala and its wrap around event(s) to meet
or exceed the budgeted goal through volunteer recruitment and engagement as well
as through corporate development. This position will be responsible for the
Imagine A World Without Alzheimer’s Gala event as well as assisting with the
growth and management of other corporate development initiatives per the
discretion of the Vice President of Development. Measurable outcomes for this
position include; driving volunteer and corporate engagement and revenue growth
as identified in the strategic plan. This is a full-time position that reports
to the Chapter’s Vice President of Development, and is based in Dallas, Texas
office.

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in
Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end
Alzheimer's and all other dementia– by accelerating global research, driving
risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in
research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum
we are building in dementia research — our investments today will lead to
breakthroughs tomorrow.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our
network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference
each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the
disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a
life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers
and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more
about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs
[http://www.alz.org/jobs] to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as
a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.

At the Alzheimer's Association®, we believe that diverse perspectives are
critical to achieving health equity — meaning that all communities have a fair
and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and
quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and
underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address
the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia.

 The Alzheimer’s Association commitment remains steadfast in engaging all
communities in our full mission. The Association provides equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including,
but not limited to, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national
origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status,
sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Three years of proven experience in corporate fundraising and relationship building, recruiting and mobilizing volunteers to achieve goals
• Demonstrated ability to form and develop relationships and partnerships
• Three years of experience in galas/special events required with proven success in, special event fundraising or related activities; strong volunteer management experience essential
• Goal and detailed oriented, with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and presentation skills
• Adaptive and flexible with an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and a variety of demands
• Ability to take initiative, and to work independently as well as in a team
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift and transport up to 25 lbs. of materials
• Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office products and social media; experience with, or ability to rapidly learn Luminate/Convio software

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the Chapter’s Gala and wrap around event(s)
• Responsible for high level volunteer recruitment, training, coaching, and management resulting in the attainment of revenue and volunteer engagement goals
• Build relationships with key volunteers, participants, sponsors and community leaders as well as existing and new corporate partners
• Responsible for managing all financial aspects of the sponsor and donor fulfillment.
• Prospect, cultivate and steward Gala sponsors and donors to achieve development goals through volunteer networks
• Maintain year-round relationships with key corporate sponsors, donors and volunteers to ensure involvement in all relevant chapter activities and recognition opportunities
• Work with the volunteer planning committee to organize outreach activities that promote the Alzheimer’s Association mission, including community presentations and corporate engagement opportunities
• Ensure Alzheimer Association’s standards are being followed
• Responsible for other duties as assigned
• Actively participate in learning opportunities for professional growth and self- improvement

Benefits

• Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing.
• They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.
• Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees