Assistant Director of Fundraising, Community Events

We mobilize people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. Through cutting-edge research, advocacy, professional education, global collaboration, and programs and services, we help people with MS and their families move their lives forward.

About the role

The Assistant Director plays a key role in driving revenue goals through the development and execution of high-impact fundraising events (Walk MS, Hike MS, Climb to the Top). This position supports strategic planning, oversees event logistics, and manages volunteer committees to ensure exceptional donor and participant experiences. With a focus on innovation, relationship-building, and performance metrics, the Assistant Director helps drive growth and elevate the organization’s event fundraising portfolio.

This is a market-based role supporting our Northeast Region -- Greater NYC - Long Island 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.

Responsibilities

• Supports the strategic planning, execution, logistics, and optimization of assigned fundraising campaigns within the market.
• Ensures campaigns are executed with excellence, innovation, mission-focus, and alignment to organization standards.
• Serves as a revenue driver for events, owning performance from inception through completion and monitoring financial performance.
• Translates national campaign strategies into actionable local plans tailored to market dynamics.
• Cultivates, solicits, and stewards mid-level fundraising teams, sponsors, and key volunteer leaders.
• Analyzes data trends and creates donor profiles to assist with donor development, stewardship, and fundraising strategy.
• Leverages CRM systems to maintain donor records, execute campaigns, and create reports.
• Collaborates with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of campaign efforts across departments.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with data privacy regulations and policies.

Requirements

• 3+ years of 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 $70,000-$75,000. Final offers will be based on the candidate's geographic location and career experience.