National MS Society
Assistant Director of Fundraising, Signature Events
National MS Society, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Overview
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Assistant Director of Fundraising, Signature Events
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National MS Society . The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting-edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward. We partner with volunteers to accomplish our work. Staff members engage volunteers through effective and timely communications, facilitating meaningful opportunities, and continually seeking and providing feedback for reciprocal growth and learning. Job Summary
The Assistant Director, Signature Events plays a key role in developing and executing high-impact fundraising events that advance the organization’s mission and drive revenue goals, including but not limited to galas, luncheons and cocktail parties. This position supports strategic planning, oversees event logistics, and recruits and manages Event Chair and Committee members to ensure exceptional donor and participant experiences. With a focus on innovation, relationship-building, and performance metrics, the Assistant Director helps drive growth and elevate the organization’s event fundraising portfolio. Main Responsibilities
Campaign Leadership & Execution
Lead the planning, execution, logistics, and optimization of assigned fundraising campaigns within the market. Ensure campaigns are executed with excellence, innovation, mission-focused, and alignment to organization standards. Revenue Accountability
Serve as the primary revenue driver for events within portfolio, owning performance from inception through to completion. Monitor financial performance and proactively adjust strategies to ensure goal attainment. Strategic Adaptation & Alignment
Translate national campaign strategies into actionable local plans tailored to market dynamics. Ensure local execution aligns with broader regional priorities and contributes to shared growth objectives. Donor & Volunteer Engagement
Cultivate, solicit, and steward high-value fundraising teams, top sponsors, and key volunteer leaders. Build and maintain strong relationships to drive engagement, retention, and long-term support. Performance Management & Data Analysis
Analyze data trends and create donor profiles to assist with donor development, stewardship, direct communications, and fundraising strategy. Leverage a CRM system to maintain research data and donor records, execute mailing or email campaigns, and create reports. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Support the Assistant Vice President and Regional Vice President with reports on campaign progress, identification of growth opportunities, and opportunities to drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of campaign efforts across departments. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data privacy regulations and policies. Qualifications
Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or development support within a nonprofit or similar environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor communications and reports. Proficiency in donor database systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with fundraising platforms is a plus. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, volunteers, and internal stakeholders. Knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor stewardship strategies, and event coordination. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Location & Travel
This is a market-based role supporting the Midwest Region — Mid America Chapter. The position requires regular in-person attendance at meetings, constituent interactions, and events as well as travel up to approximately 50% of the work time. The remainder of time may be remote from a home office or a Society workspace (workspace availability varies by geography). Preferred location(s):
Kansas City, MO
or
St. Louis, MO Compensation & Benefits
The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is
$55,000-$62,000 . Final offers will be based on geographic location, experience, and may vary from this range due to these and other factors. You will have the opportunity for a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with Society match, commuter benefits, and health plans (medical, dental, vision), as well as additional voluntary benefits. The Society also offers wellness resources and professional development opportunities. We’re committed to supporting the growth of every employee through a structured and transparent approach to career development. We use Talent Portraits to define expectations, development opportunities, and advancement paths — whether you're growing as a people leader or deepening your expertise as an individual contributor. Each role is placed within one of two pathways (Leadership or Partner) to help you understand how it fits into our broader organization and your potential career journey. This position is classified as
Partner - Professional . Equal Opportunity
The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS. Application Instructions
We appreciate your consideration of our job opportunities and strive to make it as effortless as possible to apply. If you wish to include a
cover letter
with your application, you may attach it along with your
resume
and any other required documents to the Resume/CV upload section at the bottom of the
My Experience
page. If you experience trouble submitting materials, please check the FAQ & Contact Us page. Important: you will not be able to modify your application after submission.
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Join to apply for the
Assistant Director of Fundraising, Signature Events
role at
National MS Society . The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting-edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward. We partner with volunteers to accomplish our work. Staff members engage volunteers through effective and timely communications, facilitating meaningful opportunities, and continually seeking and providing feedback for reciprocal growth and learning. Job Summary
The Assistant Director, Signature Events plays a key role in developing and executing high-impact fundraising events that advance the organization’s mission and drive revenue goals, including but not limited to galas, luncheons and cocktail parties. This position supports strategic planning, oversees event logistics, and recruits and manages Event Chair and Committee members to ensure exceptional donor and participant experiences. With a focus on innovation, relationship-building, and performance metrics, the Assistant Director helps drive growth and elevate the organization’s event fundraising portfolio. Main Responsibilities
Campaign Leadership & Execution
Lead the planning, execution, logistics, and optimization of assigned fundraising campaigns within the market. Ensure campaigns are executed with excellence, innovation, mission-focused, and alignment to organization standards. Revenue Accountability
Serve as the primary revenue driver for events within portfolio, owning performance from inception through to completion. Monitor financial performance and proactively adjust strategies to ensure goal attainment. Strategic Adaptation & Alignment
Translate national campaign strategies into actionable local plans tailored to market dynamics. Ensure local execution aligns with broader regional priorities and contributes to shared growth objectives. Donor & Volunteer Engagement
Cultivate, solicit, and steward high-value fundraising teams, top sponsors, and key volunteer leaders. Build and maintain strong relationships to drive engagement, retention, and long-term support. Performance Management & Data Analysis
Analyze data trends and create donor profiles to assist with donor development, stewardship, direct communications, and fundraising strategy. Leverage a CRM system to maintain research data and donor records, execute mailing or email campaigns, and create reports. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Support the Assistant Vice President and Regional Vice President with reports on campaign progress, identification of growth opportunities, and opportunities to drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of campaign efforts across departments. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data privacy regulations and policies. Qualifications
Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or development support within a nonprofit or similar environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor communications and reports. Proficiency in donor database systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with fundraising platforms is a plus. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, volunteers, and internal stakeholders. Knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor stewardship strategies, and event coordination. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Location & Travel
This is a market-based role supporting the Midwest Region — Mid America Chapter. The position requires regular in-person attendance at meetings, constituent interactions, and events as well as travel up to approximately 50% of the work time. The remainder of time may be remote from a home office or a Society workspace (workspace availability varies by geography). Preferred location(s):
Kansas City, MO
or
St. Louis, MO Compensation & Benefits
The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is
$55,000-$62,000 . Final offers will be based on geographic location, experience, and may vary from this range due to these and other factors. You will have the opportunity for a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with Society match, commuter benefits, and health plans (medical, dental, vision), as well as additional voluntary benefits. The Society also offers wellness resources and professional development opportunities. We’re committed to supporting the growth of every employee through a structured and transparent approach to career development. We use Talent Portraits to define expectations, development opportunities, and advancement paths — whether you're growing as a people leader or deepening your expertise as an individual contributor. Each role is placed within one of two pathways (Leadership or Partner) to help you understand how it fits into our broader organization and your potential career journey. This position is classified as
Partner - Professional . Equal Opportunity
The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS. Application Instructions
We appreciate your consideration of our job opportunities and strive to make it as effortless as possible to apply. If you wish to include a
cover letter
with your application, you may attach it along with your
resume
and any other required documents to the Resume/CV upload section at the bottom of the
My Experience
page. If you experience trouble submitting materials, please check the FAQ & Contact Us page. Important: you will not be able to modify your application after submission.
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