Manager, Development
About the role
The ALS Association is the largest ALS organization in the world. The ALS Association funds global research collaborations, assists people with ALS and their families through its nationwide network of care and certified clinical care centers, and advocates for better public policies for people with ALS. The mission of the ALS Association is to make ALS livable and cure it. For more information about the ALS Association, visit our website at www.als.org This is a remote role based in Upstate NY*
POSITION SUMMARY: The Development Manager is responsible for successfully implementing The ALS Association signature fundraising events, as well as supporting local third-party events. The ideal Development Manager is a self-starter who can quickly establish relationships with existing supporters and identify new corporate prospects, stay focused and grounded under pressure, is flexible, adaptable, and excited to grow support for the ALS community.
Responsibilities
- Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goals that includes a variety of fundraising events throughout the Upstate NY market, including signature event - Walk to Defeat ALS
- Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of committee chair and members as well as building strong relationships with community partners
- Collaborate with Event Experience team and committee volunteers to manage logistical details, printing, and promotional materials as needed for events. Operate within budgetary guidelines
- Partner with Care Services staff to involve people living with ALS and their families in awareness and fundraising activities
- Work with MarCom staff to achieve marketing and public relations objectives
- In partnership with Corporate and Individual Giving staff, execute face to face meetings, phone and email contact with corporate partners, vendors, volunteer committees and donors. Engage the public by representing the organization