National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Assistant Director of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, Endurance Events
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
WHO WE ARE:
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, Endurance Events plays a key role in driving revenue goals through the development and execution of high-impact fundraising events that advance the organization's mission through the Society's Endurance campaigns: Bike MS (1- and 2-day cycling series), Challenge Walk MS (3-day walk), and Finish MS (marathon program). This position supports strategic planning, oversees event logistics supporting participant experience (i.e.; incentives, packet pick-ups, logistics meet-ups, etc), and manages volunteer committees or volunteer activities 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:
Supports the strategic 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 a revenue driver for events within portfolio, owning performance from inception through to completion.
Monitor financial performance and proactively adjust strategies to ensure individual portfolio 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 mid-level fundraising teams, sponsors, and key volunteer leaders.
Build and maintain strong relationships to drive engagement, retention, and long-term support.
Performance Management & Data Analysis:
Analyzes data trends and creates donor profiles to assist with donor development, stewardship, direct communications and fundraising strategy.
Leverages CRM system to maintain research data and donor records, execute mailing or e-mail 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.
Maintains confidentiality and complies with data privacy regulations and policies.
What We're Looking For:
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 & Compensation: Location Requirement:
This is a market-based role supporting our Southeast Region -- Greater Carolinas Chapter. The position requires regular, in-person attendance at meetings, constituent interactions, and events as well as travel as required and up to approximately 50% of the work time. During the remaining time, work is primarily conducted remotely from either a home office or a National MS Society workspace (Society workspace not provided in all geographies). Preferred location: Raleigh, NC
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. Benefits include Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401k with Society match, Commuter Benefit Plan, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, and other voluntary benefits. The Society also provides resources for career development and mission-driven growth.
This position is classified as Partner - Professional. The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit your resume and, if desired, a cover letter and any other required documents through the Resume/CV upload section at the bottom of the My Experience page. You will not be able to modify your application after submission. If you need help, visit our FAQ & Contact Us page.
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Main Responsibilities: Campaign Leadership & Execution:
Supports the strategic 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 a revenue driver for events within portfolio, owning performance from inception through to completion.
Monitor financial performance and proactively adjust strategies to ensure individual portfolio 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 mid-level fundraising teams, sponsors, and key volunteer leaders.
Build and maintain strong relationships to drive engagement, retention, and long-term support.
Performance Management & Data Analysis:
Analyzes data trends and creates donor profiles to assist with donor development, stewardship, direct communications and fundraising strategy.
Leverages CRM system to maintain research data and donor records, execute mailing or e-mail 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.
Maintains confidentiality and complies with data privacy regulations and policies.
What We're Looking For:
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 & Compensation: Location Requirement:
This is a market-based role supporting our Southeast Region -- Greater Carolinas Chapter. The position requires regular, in-person attendance at meetings, constituent interactions, and events as well as travel as required and up to approximately 50% of the work time. During the remaining time, work is primarily conducted remotely from either a home office or a National MS Society workspace (Society workspace not provided in all geographies). Preferred location: Raleigh, NC
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. Benefits include Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401k with Society match, Commuter Benefit Plan, and comprehensive health, dental, vision, and other voluntary benefits. The Society also provides resources for career development and mission-driven growth.
This position is classified as Partner - Professional. The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit your resume and, if desired, a cover letter and any other required documents through the Resume/CV upload section at the bottom of the My Experience page. You will not be able to modify your application after submission. If you need help, visit our FAQ & Contact Us page.
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