Director of Fundraising leading Community Events for National MS Society. Achieving revenue goals through donor cultivation and strategic fundraising campaign execution.
Responsibilities
Leads the execution of the market-based Community Event fundraising campaigns such as Walk MS, Hike MS and Climb to the Top.
Accountable for achieving revenue goals through donor cultivation, team and participant activation, and campaign performance.
Sets the pace and standard for fundraising execution in partnership with the AVP and coordinating efforts across the regional team.
Drive revenue growth and meet campaign fundraising goals through strategic engagement of top fundraisers, team captains, local sponsor and donor engagement.
Customize and implement national strategies to fit local context, aligning with regional objectives and donor trends.
Foster cross-team alignment by coordinating frontline activity, reinforcing shared accountability, and supporting peer fundraisers in execution.
Requirements
Progressive experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit development, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.
Demonstrated success in managing donor pipelines, cultivating major gifts, and executing multi-channel fundraising campaigns.
Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience supervising staff or volunteers and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.
Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) and data analysis to inform strategy and reporting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors, board members, and community stakeholders.
Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement long-term fundraising plans aligned with organizational goals.
Experience planning and executing donor events, stewardship programs, and grant proposals.
Benefits
considerable Paid Time Off Plan
Paid Holidays
401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
Commuter Benefit Plan
Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Flex Spending Accounts Life Insurance Disability Coverage
Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching, as well as additional voluntary benefit offerings.
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