Coordinator of Fundraising, Community and Endurance 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.

This is a market-based role supporting our Southeast Region -- Georgia 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 the Atlanta, GA area.

Responsibilities

• Support volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and scheduling for events; serve as the point of contact for volunteers, providing clear communications to ensure volunteers are well-informed and engaged.
• Provide support for vendor coordination (e.g., t-shirts, incentives) including event supplies management. Track inventory and ensure timely delivery and setup of event materials.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward a small personal portfolio, where needed.
• Lead the in-kind needs of the market.
• Support regional event planning, execution, and volunteer recruitment in partnership with Director and Assistant Director.
• Provide onsite staffing support for market and regional events ensuring a seamless participant experience.
• Develop event materials including donor briefings, run of shows, event layouts, and event participant and volunteer lists.
• Work cross-functionally with regional development coordinators to provide support for regional event or cultivation initiatives.
• Collaborate with development coordinators to promote sharing and adherence to standard operating procedures for enhanced team efficiencies.
• Develop standard operating procedures that support team workstreams and provide a consistent execution and donor experience.

Requirements

• 1+ year of administrative, fundraising, or customer service experience, preferably in a nonprofit or development setting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage calendars, track deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with donor databases or CRM systems is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail in correspondence and data entry.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Comfortable supporting event logistics, donor mailings, and general office tasks.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Considerable Paid Time Off Plan
• 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
• Disability Coverage
• Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching, as well as additional voluntary benefit offerings

Pay

The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is $50,000–55,000. Final offers will be based on the candidate's geographic location and career experience.