We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life changing impact on the millions living with the disease, their caregivers and those that may be diagnosed with the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org to find out more about who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work the last ten years in a row.
The Director of Development provides leadership and strategic direction for the implementation, growth and quality of an annual development plan focused on facilitating and increasing the organization's year-over-year revenue growth. This position also serves as a member of the Chapter leadership team and has supervisory responsibilities for key development team members.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Implement the Association’s strategic plan by identifying, recruiting and stewarding high-ranking volunteer leadership for mass market, constituent and relationship events in order to achieve financial goals and cultivate new and expanded partnerships with corporate funders.
- Oversee the successful implementation of key fundraising events such as Walk to End Alzheimer’s, The Longest Day, Gala and UnFOREgettable Golf Classic, including the cultivation and solicitation of sponsors, vendors, promotion and marketing and event logistics.
- Collaborate on the development of the Chapter’s fundraising program to ensure a diverse revenue streams using all appropriate fundraising vehicles including annual campaigns, memorials, corporate sponsorships, major and planned gifts and special events.
- Collaborate with Communications Director to oversee the design, printing and distribution of marketing and communication tools.
- Oversee all aspects of Chapter third-party events.
- Serve as one of the primary liaisons for the Chapter’s Board of Directors in the Development pillar.
- Build understanding for the Alzheimer’s Association, its research, programs, public policy and services in all communications with current and potential volunteers and donors.
- Spearhead new and current corporate giving relationships.
- Work directly with the Board of Directors to provide oversight of a development committee focused on customized fundraising plans, volunteer engagement opportunities and joint-leadership support for Board-hosted donor events, parlor meetings and other community engagement activities.
- Participate in the creation and implementation of the chapter's annual Strategic Implementation Plan and budget, developing annual fundraising goals and systems to track and forecast revenue throughout the year.
- Supervise, develop, evaluate and support fundraising and operations administrative staff.
- Provide support to assure successful Caregiver Conference.
Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Skills/Experience:
- A minimum of five years of professional level experience in marketing, fundraising, sales, non-profit management or a related field
- A minimum of two years of experience supervising staff toward the achievement of goals and objectives
- Experience in the successful development and implementation of large events
- Ability to form and develop corporate relationships and partnerships
- Ability to apply effective management principles and practices to the interviewing, supervising, training, appraising and motivating of staff
- Ability to lead, guide and inspire staff and volunteers to achieve goals and objectives while demonstrating and promoting open communication, transparency and teamwork
- Ability to multitask and handle changing priorities in a fast paced environment
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to speak publicly in large and small groups and network with constituents
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and demonstrate a dedication to inclusion
- Ability to effectively work and lead in a team environment
- Ability to work effectively with volunteers, staff and external contacts
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite and other programs and databases
- Ability to travel locally, regionally and nationally as needed to perform job duties
- Must have access to a reliable personal vehicle, valid driver's license and proof of insurance
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed, and travel in-state to Regional offices
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Oct 29 2019
Active Until:
Nov 29 2019
Hiring Organization:
Alzheimer's Association
industry:
Nonprofit