Manager, Development

Development Manager

Established in 1985, The ALS Association is the only national nonprofit organization fighting ALS on every front. By leading the way in global research, providing assistance for people with ALS through a nationwide network of chapters, coordinating multidisciplinary care through certified clinical care centers, and fostering government partnerships, The Association builds hope and enhances quality of life while aggressively searching for new treatments and a cure.

The Development Manager is responsible for successfully executing the fundraising strategy for the ALS Association's peer-to-peer and community fundraising initiatives. This position will primarily focus on the annual Walk to Defeat ALS fundraiser in the Kansas City, KS and Wichita KS areas. The ideal Development Manager is a self-starter who can quickly establish relationships with existing supporters, stay focused and grounded under pressure, is flexible, adaptable, and excited to contribute to the mission to make ALS livable and cure it.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goal of at least $520,000 that includes a variety of fundraising events, including our signature event, the Walk to Defeat ALS.
• Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of volunteer leaders, event participants, and donors, including team captains, event committee chairs and members.
• Manage logistical details for all events in the region including budget management, site planning, permitting, and vendor coordination.
• Partner with internal teams, including Marketing, Care Services and Advancement, to ensure integrated campaigns.
• Represent the ALS Association at community events, cultivating awareness and support for the mission.
• Coordinate printing and distribution of event promotional materials.
• Work as an integral part of Territory team, demonstrating initiative and owning a piece of a multi-state development effort.
• Contribute to national campaign alignment, process improvement, and cross-team collaboration.
• Analyze event performance on a weekly basis in collaboration with the Development Director ensuring growth of future monetary totals and attendance.
• Attend all events, committee and staff meetings, and territory-wide activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of mission and fundraising goals.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered. A minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated experience in fundraising, event management, volunteer development and management, public relations, donor cultivation and relations, 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 supervisor. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on relationship-building and mission alignment. Able to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality in working with sensitive, confidential records and information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Ability to quickly train and use a donor database (such as Salesforce and Luminate Online). Willingness and ability to travel within the territory and work evening / weekend hours as needed.

The ALS Association's pay range for this position is $49,440 - $59,196 annually. The Association has compensation ranges for various work locations throughout the United States, allowing us to compensate employees competitively and consistently in diverse geographic markets. The above-listed range shows prospective compensation for this role; the appropriate range will be established by what is eventually determined to be the candidate's primary work location. Various factors, including the complexity and significance of the role, job duties / requirements, relevant experience and abilities, and primary work location, determine individual compensation. Compensation ranges are evaluated and typically adjusted on a regular basis. Offers are made within the compensation range that is in effect at the time of the job offer. The Association may, at its discretion, offer merit-based increases tied to individual performance. The benefits listed may differ depending on employment status with the Association. Healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, paid time off and several paid holidays are available to Association employees, among other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The ALS Association endeavors to make www.als.org accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email onlineaccommodations@alsa-national.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. The ALS Association highly encourages their employees to be fully vaccinated, as considered per the CDC guidelines, with the COVID-19 vaccination. Requirements to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination may be applicable by state, local, and other federal orders or applicable lawful requirements by third-party clinics, vendors, or events attended on ALS Association business. If applicable, proof of vaccination will be required, unless approved for a legally required exemption by The ALS Association.