Assistant Director of Fundraising, Endurance Events

About the role

The Assistant Director of Fundraising, Endurance 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. 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 the Midwest Region -- Upper Midwest 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. Candidates must be based and work within Minneapolis, MN.

Responsibilities

• Supports the strategic planning, execution, logistics, and optimization of assigned fundraising campaigns within the market, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
• Serves as a revenue driver for events, monitoring financial performance and adjusting strategies to ensure individual portfolio goal attainment.
• Translates national campaign strategies into actionable local plans tailored to market dynamics and regional priorities.
• Cultivates, solicits, and stewards mid-level fundraising teams, sponsors, and key volunteer leaders to drive engagement, retention, and long-term support.
• Analyzes data trends and creates donor profiles to assist with donor development, stewardship, communications, and fundraising strategy.
• Leverages Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to maintain donor records, execute campaigns, and generate 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

• 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.