Responsible for managing and implementing the Man & Woman of the Year campaign in support of LLS’ mission, and to achieve and exceed revenue goals for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) within the region and/or chapter's chartered area.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Implements a comprehensive strategic plan focused on increasing revenue and volunteer engagement for assigned special events which includes a specific revenue, retention and recruitment goals, volunteer leadership development plan, recruitment and cultivation events, budget, timeline, logistics and marketing for each event.
- Identifies, cultivates and stewards event donors/teams/participants by implementing campaign appropriate strategies and relationship cultivation activities for successful recruitment, acknowledgement, and retention of donors/teams/participants.
- Provide input into the development of a strategic plan for the Man & Woman of the Year (MWOY) campaign, including fundraising goals, budget recommendations, vendors, volunteer goals, and timelines.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the Man Woman of the Year, including fundraising efficiency (cost/expense), community engagement, event satisfaction, and overall success of the campaign.
- Ensure revenue goals are met by partnering with chapter leadership to identify, recruit, manage and steward volunteer committees and event participants.
- Act as an on-site manager during the campaign event, overseeing activities, staff, vendors, and volunteers to ensure satisfaction of participants, and resolutions of problems.
- Develop positive volunteer interactions through recruitment, mentoring, and providing comprehensive support for volunteer leadership and participants to develop and achieve personal fundraising plans, while focusing on the mission of LLS.
- Identify and network with corporations and key donors to engage them in the LLS fundraising campaign(s).
- Manage and act as a resource to Campaign Managers, Specialist, and Campaign Assistants relating to their fundraising campaigns and efforts, as well as provide input for hiring, promotion, performance, termination of those supervised.
- Connect with vendors to secure the best rate or donation of services needed for the MWOY.
- Develop/modify marketing materials (brochures, recruitment, promotional flyers, pledge forms) to promote the fundraising campaign.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the LLS's mission and programs to promote the Society's fundraising, research, and patient initiatives.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s Degree
Skills/Experience:
Education & Experience Requirements:
- 4+ years fundraising, sales, marketing, communications, event planning experience
- Previous experience as a Campaign Manager
Position Requirements:
- Knowledgeable and experienced in nonprofit and volunteer management, with an emphasis on proven fundraising results.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge and use of digital, social media & emerging online channels.
- Capable of balancing multiple priorities effectively.
- Demonstrated experience in volunteer development and cultivation.
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed to excellence.
- Capable of working well with a variety of personalities and leadership styles.
- Highly organized and professional.
- Resourcefulness, promotions savvy and problem solving acumen.
- Knowledge of MS Office Suite.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.
- Work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.
- May be required to move Campaign materials weighing up to 15 pounds for various events.
- Travel within the Chapter's designated area.
- Required to work evenings or weekends.
Additional Information:
Responsible for managing the Man & Woman of the Year campaign to achieve and exceed revenue goals of $1,000,000+. Basic functions include executing a strategic plan, ensuring organizational campaign standards are fully implemented, recruiting and managing high level volunteers, leadership of all campaign revenue generation activities, expense and fiscal controls, staff hiring, training and management as assigned, and marketing/promotions and logistics for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society within the chapter’s chartered area.
Job Function:
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Dec 21 2017
Active Until:
Jan 22 2018
Hiring Organization:
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
industry:
Nonprofit