Assistant Director, Endurance and Community Events

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. We fund cutting-edge research, drive change through advocacy, facilitate professional education, collaborate with MS organizations worldwide, and provide programs and services to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward.

About the role

The Assistant Director, Endurance and Community Events plays a key role in driving revenue goals through the development and execution of high-impact fundraising events that advance the organization’s mission. This position supports strategic planning, oversees event logistics supporting participant experience (e.g., incentives, packet pick-ups, logistics meet-ups), and manages volunteer committees or activities to ensure exceptional donor and participant experiences. The role focuses on innovation, relationship-building, and performance metrics to drive growth and elevate the organization’s event fundraising portfolio.

This is a market-based role supporting the Midwest Region – Mid-America Chapter. The position requires regular, in-person attendance at meetings, constituent interactions, and events, as well as travel up to approximately 50% of the work time. During the remaining time, work is primarily conducted remotely from either a home office or a National MS Society workspace. Preferred location: Candidates must be based in or near Leawood, KS.

Responsibilities

• Supports the strategic planning, execution, logistics, and optimization of assigned fundraising campaigns within the market. Ensures campaigns are executed with excellence, innovation, and alignment to organizational standards.
• Serves as a revenue driver for events, owning performance from inception through completion. Monitors financial performance and proactively adjusts strategies to ensure individual portfolio goal attainment.
• Translates national campaign strategies into actionable local plans tailored to market dynamics. Ensures local execution aligns with broader regional priorities and contributes to shared growth objectives.
• Cultivates, solicits, and stewards mid-level fundraising teams, sponsors, and key volunteer leaders. Builds and maintains strong relationships to drive engagement, retention, and long-term support.
• Analyzes data trends and creates donor profiles to assist with donor development, stewardship, direct communications, and fundraising strategy. Leverages CRM systems to maintain donor records, execute campaigns, and create reports.
• Supports the Assistant Vice President and Regional Vice President with reports on campaign progress, growth opportunities, and continuous improvement. Collaborates with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of campaign efforts across departments.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with data privacy regulations and policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or development support within a nonprofit or similar environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor communications and reports.
• Proficiency in donor database systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with fundraising platforms is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, volunteers, and internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor stewardship strategies, and event coordination.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Benefits

• Considerable Paid Time Off Plan and paid holidays.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match.
• Commuter Benefit Plan.
• Comprehensive Health & Welfare Benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, and Disability Coverage.
• Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching, as well as additional voluntary benefits.

Pay

The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is $60,000–$65,000. Final offers will be based on the candidate's geographic location and career experience.