Fundraising Manager, Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Position Summary As the Manager of Walk to End Alzheimer’s, you join an exclusive team of leaders responsible for the implementation of Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Walk to End Alzheimer’s® ranks as the second‑largest peer‑to‑peer fundraising event in the United States and continues to set the pace as one of the fastest growing walk events in the country. Utilizing your proven networking and relationship‑building skills to cultivate key community connections, you will drive success and achieve revenue goals by strategically identifying and engaging community and corporate leaders and building and empowering sustainable volunteer committees. As a successful fundraising leader who will manage multiple peer‑to‑peer fundraising events annually you will generate excitement and enthusiasm in the community for Walk to End Alzheimer’s, coach and inspire volunteers to implement proven strategies and best practices that result in event growth year over year. This position requires frequent travel throughout Maryland. Responsibilities Responsible for all aspects of Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Prince George’s County and Southern Maryland Responsible for high‑level volunteer recruitment, training, coaching, and management resulting in the attainment of revenue and team goals. Build relationships with key volunteers, participants, sponsors and community leaders as well as existing and new corporate partners. Responsible for overall Walk to End Alzheimer’s volunteer committee development, team recruitment and retention strategies, budget, timeline, marketing/PR, logistics and best practice implementation. Through volunteer networks, prospect, cultivate and steward Walk to End Alzheimer’s teams, sponsors and walkers to achieve development goals. Execute plan for maximizing team participation to achieve revenue goals by retaining existing teams, attracting new ones from all sectors of the community and by providing fundraising guidance and support. 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 Walk to End Alzheimer’s standards are being followed. Support and participate in formal advocacy and public policy activities as requested. Represent the Alzheimer’s Association at public events, conferences, and media events as needed. Manage Walk‑Specific social media, such as Facebook groups. Actively participate in learning opportunities for professional growth and self‑improvement. Responsible for other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 3 years of proven experience in recruiting and mobilizing volunteers to achieve goals. Preferred peer‑to‑peer 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. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to recruit and manage large numbers of volunteers at different levels of expertise with diplomacy. Ability to work with diverse communities and demonstrate equity and inclusion. Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written. Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% within the assigned territory by car including working on a bi‑weekly basis, or on occasion more frequently as required by the job. 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 the 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 a valid driver’s license, access to reliable vehicle, good driving record and proof of automobile insurance. Title Manager, Walk to End Alzheimer’s Location Towson, MD or Arlington, VA Compensation Grade 405: salary range $70,000‑$75,000 plus performance‑based incentive up to $13,000 depending on portfolio size and achievement of quarterly goals. Reports To VP, Development Who We Are The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia—by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. At the Alzheimer’s Association, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity—meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging under‑represented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristic. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage Flexible spending accounts (health and dependent care) Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance Life insurance and long‑term care insurance Tuition reimbursement Generous paid time off, 12 annual holidays, and paid family leave Annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of choice Gold‑standard 401(k) retirement plan with matching EEO Statement The Alzheimer’s Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Full‑time employees (37.5 hours/week) enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of choice. #J-18808-Ljbffr