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 the quality of life while aggressively searching for new treatments and a cure.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The ideal Coordinator, Development for The ALS Association is an energetic, mission-driven professional with exceptional communication skills and strong attention to detail. The Coordinator, Development is responsible for generating revenue through the Walk to Defeat ALS® program, community events, support statewide Distinguished Events, and other responsibilities as required or requested to support the Association’s mission and goals. This role will primarily support the following regions: Memphis, Knoxville and the Tri-Cities, which may include events in other parts of the Southeast territory service areas.
The position will focus on the engagement of constituents, building strong relationships that meet supporters' needs, and identifying new revenue streams with both corporate and individual donors.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following. Other duties may be assigned
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- Cultivate, develop, and manage event relationships to maximize fundraising and awareness through events/activities.
- Lead all aspects of the Walk to Defeat ALS® in Knoxville, Memphis, and the Tri-Cities. Including, but not limited to, assisting in developing engagement and fundraising strategies that drive revenue, budget management, donation tracking, logistical planning, and execution.
- Work closely with the Team Captains and participants to develop their personal and team fundraising plans by mentoring, coaching, and encouraging fundraising efforts.
- Partner with the Association’s Care Services Teams.
- Grow corporate partnership initiatives including prospecting, cultivation, developing custom proposals, securing commitments, stewardship, and retention.
- Maintain a portfolio of individual donors specific to Tennessee and other parts of the territory as assigned, prospecting, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding annually.
- Represent The ALS Association at community events to bring awareness to programs and services.
- Collaborate with the Development, Marketing, and Communications team members, to develop presentations, communications, and fundraising materials to utilize in outreach activities.
- Analyze fundraising data from assigned events to forecast revenue, as well as surface areas of opportunity and challenge.
- Support creation of budgets for assigned events and oversee management throughout the year, while tracking donations to adequately steward gifts.
- Study, analyze, and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organization.
- Travel locally and/or nationally on Association business as required or requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management in support of the Association’s mission and goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, one to two years of related experience and/or training required, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
- Proven and impactful experience in special event fundraising (Walk preferred); knowledge and ability to recruit and secure corporate sponsors and teams.
- Organizational skills with effective prioritization and strong attention to detail.
- Flexible and adaptable, with an ability to effectively work in teams.
- Understands and implements an integrated fundraising/development approach to best advance the mission.
- Excellent with relationship-building and interpersonal skills; proven ability to build and manage relationships that help advance an organization’s mission through fundraising and donations.
- Goal and mission oriented, a high degree of self-initiative, motivation, and discipline.
- Proficient computer/technology skills including MS Office applications, database management, and other web-based software programs. Experience or familiarity with Salesforce is a plus, but not required.
- Possess knowledge of community resources.
- Possess exceptional communication skills.
- Flexibility and availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed for special programs.
Pay Transparency:
The ALS Association’s pay range for this position is $46,355 - $49,177 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.
