Responsible for managing and implementing the Students of the Year event to achieve and exceed revenue goals for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) in support of LLS’ mission, within the region and/or chapter's chartered area.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Oversee all aspects of large fundraising campaign(s) to include the Students of the Year, a high school focused program engaging students to support the mission of LLS
- Partner with chapter leadership to identify, recruit, lead, and steward high impact campaign volunteers, student teams, donors, and sponsors
- Implement organizational best practices including revenue generation activities, expense and fiscal controls, volunteer cultivation and stewardship, marketing/promotions, and event logistics to ensure revenue and expense budgets are met.
- Recruit and manage volunteer leadership committee to achieve success across all campaign strategic goals with a consistent focus on fulfilling the mission of LLS
- Provide mentorship for student candidates to help them reach or exceed their fundraising goals.
- In partnership with chapter leadership, develop a strategic plan for the fundraising campaign(s), including fundraising goals, budget recommendations, vendors, volunteer goals, and timelines.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the on-going fundraising campaign(s), including fundraising efficiency (cost/expense), community engagement, event satisfaction, overall success of the campaign and suggest improvements.
- Act as an on-site manager during all campaign fundraising events, overseeing activities, staff, vendors, and volunteers to ensure satisfaction of participants while resolving any problems which may occur
- Identify and network with corporations, community groups, schools, and key donors to engage their support of LLS fundraising campaign(s).
- Work with vendors to secure the best rate or donation of services needed for the campaign(s).
- Develop/modify marketing materials (brochures, recruitment, promotional flyers, and application 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.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s Degree
Skills/Experience:
- 1-2 years fundraising, communications, sales, marketing, event planning experience
- Collaborate with Mission Team ensuring success of patient access, education, public policy, advocacy and research
- Able to supervise groups of employees and volunteers
- Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrated knowledge and use of digital, social media & emerging online channels
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- 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
- Some evening and weekend work required
Additional Information:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Function:
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Mar 11 2019
Active Until:
Apr 11 2019
Hiring Organization:
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
industry:
Nonprofit