Manager, Development

The ALS Association is the largest ALS organization in the world. The ALS Association funds global research collaborations, assists people with ALS and their families through its nationwide network of care and certified clinical care centers, and advocates for better public policies for people with ALS. The mission of the ALS Association is to make ALS livable and cure it. For more information about the ALS Association, visit our website at *This is a remote role based in Sacramento, CA* POSITION SUMMARY: The Development Manager is responsible for successfully executing the fundraising strategy for the ALS Association's signature fundraising events and other peer-to-peer and community fundraising initiatives. The ideal Development Manager is a self-starter with peer-to-peer fundraising experience who can quickly establish relationships with existing supporters, stay focused and grounded under pressure, is flexible, adaptable, and excited to contribute to the mission to make ALS livable and cure it. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goal of $250,000+ that could include a variety of fundraising events, including our signature event, the Sacramento Walk to Defeat ALS. Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of volunteer leaders, event participants, including team captains, sponsors and donors, and event committee chairs and members. Manage logistical details for all assigned events, including budget management, site planning, permitting, and vendor coordination. Partner with internal teams, including Marketing, Care Services and Advancement, to ensure integrated campaigns. Represent the ALS Association at community events, cultivating awareness and support for the mission. Convey an image that reflects favorably on the Association. Coordinate printing and distribution of event promotional materials. Work as an integral part of the Territory team, demonstrating initiative and owning a piece of a multi-state development effort when necessary. Contribute to national campaign alignment, process improvement, and cross-team collaboration. Analyze event performance weekly in collaboration with the Managing Director of Development ensuring growth of future monetary totals and attendance. Attend all events, meetings, and territory-wide activities as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned in support of mission and fundraising goals. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered. A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in fundraising, event management, volunteer development and management, project management, sales, donor cultivation and relations, and corporate sponsor cultivation. Skilled at managing participants in an online fundraising platform; ability to run reports and analyze data to build strategic outreach plans. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Ability to quickly train and use a donor database (such as Salesforce and Luminate Online). Strong organizational skills. Must exercise good judgment in prioritizing the scheduling of events; must know when to seek input from a supervisor. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on relationship-building and mission alignment. Able to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality in working with sensitive, confidential records and information. Willingness and ability to travel within the territory and work evening/weekend hours as needed. PAY TRANSPARENCY: The ALS Association’s pay range for this position begins at the California State minimum salary of $70,304 annually. The ALS Association has compensation ranges for various work locations throughout the United States, allowing us to compensate employees competitively and consistently in diverse geographic markets. The above-listed listed range shows prospective compensation for this role; the appropriate range will be established by what is eventually determined to be the candidate's primary work location. Various factors, including the complexity and significance of the role, job duties/requirements, relevant experience and abilities, and primary work location, determine individual compensation. Compensation ranges are evaluated and typically adjustedon a regular basis. Offers are made within the compensation range that is in effect at the time of the job offer. The Association may, at its discretion, offer merit-based increases tied to individual performance. The benefits listed may differ depending on employment status with the Association. Healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, paid time off and several paid holidays are available to Association employees, among other benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The ALS Association endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. The ALS Association highly encourages their employees to be fully vaccinated, as considered per the CDC guidelines, with the COVID-19 vaccination. Requirements to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination may be applicable by state, local, and other federal orders or applicable lawful requirements by third-party clinics, vendors, or events attended on ALS Association business. If applicable, proof of vaccination will be required, unless approved for a legally required exemption by The ALS Association. #J-18808-Ljbffr