Manager, Development

The ALS Association•Tampa, FL

54d•$49,440 - $59,196•Remote

About The Position

The ALS Association is seeking an energetic, mission-driven Development Manager to help manage our Walk to Defeat and Distinguished events in the Greater Tampa Bay area of Florida. This role will report to and work closely with the Director of Development and the rest of the Development team to host events that deliver on fundraising and budgeted goals by successfully recruiting and stewarding event participants and sponsors. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can quickly establish relationships with existing supporters and identify new corporate prospects, stay focused and grounded under pressure, is flexible, adaptable, and excited to grow support for the ALS community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, event management, volunteer development and management, public relations, donor cultivation and relations, and corporate sponsor cultivation.
Skilled at managing participants in an online fundraising platform; ability to run reports and analyze data to build strategic outreach plans.
Strong organizational skills.
Must exercise good judgment in prioritizing the scheduling of events; must know when to seek input from a supervisor.
Able to communicate both orally and in writing in a timely and effective manner to multiple constituencies. Strong follow-up and follow-through required.
Able to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality in working with sensitive, confidential records and information.
Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer programs in a Windows environment, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to quickly train and use a donor database (such as Salesforce and Blackbaud).
Insured driver with access to an insured vehicle as frequent travel throughout the territory may be required.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Canva, Adobe Suite, Tableau, Greater Giving, and Spekit a plus for producing and/or editing program-specific materials, running reports, and accessing training.

Responsibilities

Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goal for $350,000+
Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of event committee chair and members, as well as building strong relationships with community partners.
Manage logistical details, printing, and promotional materials as needed for events
Collaborate with Event Experience team and committee volunteers.
Operate within budgetary guidelines.
Partner with Care Services staff to involve patients and families in awareness and fundraising activities.
Work with MarCom territory staff to achieve marketing and public relations objectives
In partnership with Corporate and Individual Giving staff, execute face-to-face meetings, phone and email contact with corporate partners, vendors, volunteer committees, and donors.
Engage the public by representing the organization and speaking at community events.
Work as an integral part of the Territory team and support the Managing Director, the Director of Development, and team members as needed.
Ensure smooth integration of Association standards and guidelines.
Attend Territory events and meetings as required.
Collaborate closely with others in the Programs and Development departments to support and grow the effectiveness and efficiency in fundraising and mission activities.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of mission and fundraising goals.