Coordinator, Development

**Candidates must reside in Indiana and be willing to travel to Indianapolis

Established in 1985, The ALS Association is the only national nonprofit organization fighting ALS on every front. By leading the way in global research, aiding people with ALS, coordinating multidisciplinary care through certified clinical care centers, and fostering government partnerships, The Association builds hope and enhances the quality of life while aggressively searching for new treatments and a cure.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Development Coordinator must be committed to working at a high level of quality with an ability to multi-task and to embrace change. This position must believe in and be dedicated to the Association’s mission and possess a collaborative nature.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Manage new and existing annual Distinguished Events to include a CEO Soak and possibly two new Walk to Defeat ALS events in Fort Wayne and Western Indiana.
• Work with development team to achieve annual budget of $1 million plus and a personal portfolio of $350,000+.
• Build and execute strategic fundraising and cultivation plans that engage and inspire our volunteer and community prospects and partners.
• Build and steward new relationships to create a foundation for new events.
• Manage online fundraising programs. Work with the Director of Development and committees to support events. Including working auction committee.
• Recruit, empower, and mobilize volunteers to join us in the fight.
• Work with the Director of Development and Managing Development Director to implement long range fundraising plan.
• Oversee the donor management system(s) and work to ensure ongoing accuracy within the system(s).
• Work closely with development staff at National ALS Association to ensure coordination on fundraising activities and compliance with all Territory standards and policies/guidelines.
• Execute face to face meetings, phone and email contact with corporate partners, vendors, volunteer committees and donors.
• Maintain involvement with external organizations and professional groups that may provide continuing education or build long-term relationships with donors/supporters.
• Support Managing Director and Director, with other Territory projects and events as requested.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position does not have direct supervision of employees but will engage directly with a large group of volunteers and must have leadership experience. Will report directly to the Director of Development and work in partnership with the Development Manager and Office Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Associate's degree accepted.
• At least two years of professional development experience to include peer to peer fundraising, corporate sponsorship cultivation and volunteer engagement.
• Ability to work cross functionally with Territory staff, volunteers and donors.
• Strong organizational skills to plan, implement, and administer fundraising events and programs.
• Skilled communicator with interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.
• Ability to work under and comply with continuous and multiple deadlines. Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with Salesforce, Classy and Greater Giving preferred.
• Must be available to work some weekends and evenings to attend special events and support all event staff.
• Qualified candidates must have the ability to successfully pass a background check.

Pay Transparency:

The ALS Association's pay range for this position is $46,355 - $49,177 annually.