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Fundraising and Community Engagement Manager - Job Summary
This role involves leading and expanding the Team ALS Peer-to-Peer Endurance Program and supporting community fundraising initiatives such as Walk ALS. The manager drives participant recruitment, fundraising success, volunteer coordination, and event execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead recruitment and onboarding of endurance race participants including major events like TCS New York City Marathon and TD Five Boro Bike Tour.
- Ensure athletes reach fundraising goals through coaching and regular communication.
- Maintain financial reporting and create post-event debrief reports.
- Develop marketing collateral and social media content using tools like Canva.
- Manage Walk ALS teams to maximize retention, engagement, and fundraising.
- Lead Fundraise Your Way and third-party fundraising programs providing resources and support.
- Recruit and manage volunteers and oversee on-site event management.
- Provide logistical and technical support for donors via online fundraising portals.
- Identify new revenue sources and cause-related marketing opportunities.
- Assist with various ALS awareness events and programs, including the Lou Gehrig Awareness Baseball games and ALS Iron Horse Golf Classic.
- Staff and assist with on-site production for events, requiring some evenings, weekends, and travel.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- 3-5 years experience in fundraising, event management, community engagement, or related field.
- Proven success in managing fundraising programs; peer-to-peer fundraising experience preferred.
- Strong relationship-building and donor engagement skills.
- Excellent project management and multitasking abilities.
- Effective verbal, written, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office; Adobe Suite and/or Canva preferred.
- Experience with CRM and fundraising software like Luminate Online and Raiser’s Edge preferred.
- Availability to work nights and weekends as needed.
- Must have valid driver’s license and ability to travel to events.
- Physical ability to perform event setup tasks both indoors and outdoors.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree required
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About ALS United Greater New York
siteALS United Greater New York supports and empowers the ALS community through research, advocacy, and comprehensive care for individuals and families affected by ALS.
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- Working at ALS United Greater New York allows you to make a meaningful impact by supporting people and families affected by ALS. (als-ny.org)
- The organization promotes education, advocacy, and comprehensive care, offering opportunities for professional development in nonprofit and healthcare sectors. (als-ny.org)
- ALS United Greater New York is committed to equity, inclusion, and compassion, fostering a positive workplace culture. (als-ny.org)
Challenges You Might Face
- Working for a nonprofit may mean lower compensation compared to private sector jobs with similar responsibilities. (www.thebalancecareers.com)
- Roles in nonprofits can involve emotionally challenging work, especially when interacting with individuals and families dealing with severe illnesses such as ALS. (www.indeed.com)
- Nonprofit jobs like those at ALS United Greater New York may have limited resources and funding constraints, impacting project scope and job stability. (www.balancesmb.com)