Manager, Development

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. For more information about the ALS Association, visit our website at This is a remote position based in Wisconsin. The ALS Association is seeking an energetic, mission-driven Development Manager to help manage our Walk to Defeat and Distinguished events in Wisconsin. This role will report to and work closely with the Director of Development and the rest of the Development team to host events that meet fundraising and budget goals by successfully recruiting and stewarding event participants and sponsors. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can quickly establish relationships with existing supporters and identify new corporate prospects, stay focused and grounded under pressure, is flexible, adaptable, and excited to grow support for the ALS community. Responsibilities Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goal of $650,000+ that includes Walk to Defeat ALS, the ALS Golf Classic and other community partner events. Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of event committee chairs and members as well as building strong relationships with community partners. Responsible for the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of committee chairs and members as well as building strong relationships with community partners. Collaborate with the Event Experience team and committee volunteers to manage logistical details, printing, and promotional materials as needed for events. In partnership with Corporate and Individual Giving staff, execute face-to-face meetings, phone and email contact with corporate partners, vendors, volunteer committees and donors. Engage the public by representing the organization and speaking at community events. Coordinate printing and distribution of event promotional materials. Work as an integral part of the Territory team and support the Managing Director, Development, and team members as needed. Collaborate closely with others in the Programs and Development departments to support and grow the effectiveness and efficiency in fundraising and mission activities. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience A minimum of 2 yearsof experience in fundraising, event management, volunteer development and management, public relations, 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. Able to communicate both orally and in writing in a timely and effective manner to multiple constituencies. Able to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality in working with sensitive, confidential records and information. Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer programs in a Windows environment, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to quickly train and use a donor database (such as Salesforce and Blackbaud). Experience using Canva, Adobe Suite, Tableau, Greater Giving, and Spekit a plus for producing and/or editing program-specific materials, running reports, and accessing training. Insured driver with access to an insured vehicle as frequent travel throughout the territory is required. Benefits 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 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