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.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for managing the relationships related to all Walk to Defeat ALS® and Team Challenge ALS events in Virginia and West Virginia. 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 fundraising and budgeted goals by successfully recruiting and stewarding event participants.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Recruit and support volunteer led event committees for Walk to Defeat ALS® and Team Challenge ALS events to plan and grow these programs.
- Responsible for recruitment, stewardship, and coaching of peer-to-peer event participants to build relationships for the Association.
- Assist event participants with fundraising websites, general inquiries, and other needs.
- In collaboration with Director of Development, analyze and report on event performance to grow future monetary totals and attendance.
- Monitor and operate within budget parameters for all events and activities.
- Attending and assist community fundraisers benefiting the Association as needed.
- Collaborate with Director of Development, Embedded Territory staff to manage pipeline of partnerships.
- Perform general administrative responsibilities in relation to the Walk to Defeat ALS® and Team Challenge® including, but not limited to, data entry and management, phone calls, prepping materials, mailings, office clean up, etc.
- Maintain proficient knowledge of the organization’s mission, history, programs, and impact.
- Lead efforts for Walk to Defeat in West Virginia and Roanoke, VA in addition to Ride to Defeat Blue Ridge focusing on recruitment, fundraising, and exceeding goals.
- Collaborate with team to manage data entry, maintenance, and reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or 1-3 years of relevant experience.
- Development and peer-to-peer fundraising experience.
- Outgoing personality, ready to build strong relationships with community.
- Goal oriented, self-starter.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Team player, ready to help where needed.
- Empathetic and understanding of the challenges faced by the ALS community.
- Ability to connect and communicate with community members from all socio-economic backgrounds.
- Desire to work in a fast-paced environment, be flexible, and eager for new challenges.
- Ability to effectively work remotely and manage in-office work.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint.
- Experience with SalesForce, Classy, Luminate, or Salsa is a plus.
- Success in managing multiple projects and deadlines, excellent organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Will be required to travel within organization service area. Willingness to work evenings and weekends for special projects and events. Event attendance required except under extraordinary circumstances.
- Must have own transportation and valid driver’s license and insurance. Reimbursement for mileage is at standard IRS rate per mile.
- Employees should be able to lift 50lbs.
PAY TRANSPARENCY:
The ALS Association’s pay range for this position is $46,346 - $56,894 annually.The ALS 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 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.
