The ALS Association
POSITION SUMMARY: The Development Manager is responsible for successfully implementing and coordinating all aspects of the ALS Association annual Swing for a Cure Golf Tournament and Game On! gala event. The ideal Development Manager is a self-starter who can quickly establish relationships with existing supporters, stay focused and grounded under pressure, is flexible, adaptable, and excited to grow support for the ALS community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement a comprehensive plan to meet an income portfolio goal of at least $400,000 that includes 2-3 events throughout the year.
In collaboration with the Director and Development support the recruitment, stewardship, and retention of honorary chairs, event committee chairs and committee members and build strong relationships with community partners.
In partnership with embedded corporate staff, execute face to face meetings, phone and email contact with event sponsors and donors.
Ensure sponsorship benefits are executed according to a detailed sponsorship plan.
Coordinate with an event production company and golf course to plan and execute sound event logistics.
Work with embedded MarCom territory staff to development event communication plans, ensuring adequate time for publicity and guest participation.
Analyze event performance on a weekly basis in collaboration with Development Director ensuring growth of future monetary totals and attendance.
Adhere to event budgets; reconcile budget to actuals; provide event projections.
Attend all events, committee and staff meetings, and territory-wide activities as assigned.
Partner with Care Services staff to involve patients and families in awareness and fundraising activities as appropriate.
Work as integral part of Territory team, demonstrating initiative and owning a piece of a multi-state development effort.
Convey an image that reflects favorably on The ALS Association.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of mission and fundraising goals.
