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Development Manager

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Columbus, GA, USA
Full-time

This position is responsible for the implementation of the event Dancing Stars of Columbus and its wrap around events to meet or exceed the budgeted goals through volunteer recruitment and engagement as well as through corporate development. This position will be responsible for the Dancing Stars of Columbus event as well as assisting with the growth and management of other development initiatives per the discretion of the Sr. Director of Development. Measurable outcomes for this position include: achieving designated financial and participant goals through team and individual fundraising, corporate solicitation, community partnerships, as well as increasing brand awareness and visibility in the community. Based in Columbus, Georgia, this position requires frequent travel within the assigned territory.
 

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Responsible for all aspects of the Dancing Stars of Columbus.
  • Responsible for high-level volunteer recruitment, training, coaching, and management resulting in the attainment of revenue and budget goals. 
  • Build relationships with key volunteers, participants, sponsors and community leaders as well as existing and new corporate partners.
  • Responsible for overall Dancing Stars of Columbus’s volunteer committee development, team recruitment and retention strategies, budget, timeline, marketing/PR, logistics and best practice implementation.
  • Through volunteer networks, prospect, cultivate, train and steward Dancing Stars of Columbus, sponsors to achieve development goals.
  • Maintain year-round relationships with key corporate sponsors and constituents to ensure involvement in all relevant chapter activities and recognition opportunities.
  • Work with the volunteer planning committee to organize outreach activities that promote the Alzheimer’s Association mission, including community presentations and corporate engagement opportunities.
  • Ensure Alzheimer Association’s standards are being followed.
  • Responsible for other duties as assigned.
  • Actively participate in learning opportunities for professional growth and self- improvement.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Skills/Experience: 
  • 3-5 years of proven experience in recruiting and mobilizing volunteers to achieve goals.
  • Preferred relationship fundraising experience or equivalent sales background.
  • Confident, goal-oriented, positive self-starter able to work independently with limited supervision and collaboratively with internal and external partners.
  • Demonstrated ability to form and develop corporate relationships and partnerships.
  • Ability to manage large numbers of volunteers at different levels of expertise with diplomacy.
  • Ability to work with diverse communities and demonstrate inclusion.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% within the assigned territory by car. Travel in this case, is considered time spent away from the office, in the community, to fulfill the job goals. While most such travel is same day, occasional overnight travel or air travel may be required.
  • Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required for the job.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, lift and transport up to 25 lbs. of materials.
  • Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office products and social media; experience with, or ability to rapidly learn, Luminate/Convio software.
  • Must have valid driver’s license, access to reliable vehicle, good driving record and proof of automobile insurance.

Organization Info

Alzheimer's Association

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Founded: 
1980
About Us
Mission: 

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s®.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Oct 20 2019
Active Until: 
Nov 20 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Alzheimer's Association
industry: 
Nonprofit