The role of the Team Hope Manager is dramatically grow NPF’s community fundraising initiative. Individuals across the nation are inspired each day to get involved in Team Hope activities, raising awareness and funds to support Parkinson's disease research and education efforts. These events span the gamut from marathons, to adventure travel, to one-day events at homes or in communities. The Team Hope Manager will be the organization's liaison with community fundraisers, overseeing, organizing and assisting in all aspects of the process, from recruitment, to sign-up and motivating Team Hope champions to meet their fundraising goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement, in coordination with NPF's Development team, a strategy for marketing Team Hope to communities across the United States. Goal is for 50% increase in number and funds raised within one year;
As part of marketing, develop and launch a program to focus on half-marathons, and develop a plan to market.
Develop and manage portfolio of current and future events:
o Respond to inquiries from individuals interested in making a difference in their community by raising funds for Parkinson's disease
o Transition interest into commitment to participate as a Team Hope fundraiser
o Assist Team Hope fundraisers with setting goals and establishing a personal Team Hope web page on NPF's website, www.parkinson.org
o Manage relationships with each Team Hope fundraiser so that individuals are inspired to reach their awareness and fundraising goals.
o Steward relationships with fundraisers after each event in order to encourage retention and strengthen ties to the National Parkinson Foundation
In coordination with NPF's Communications department, develop and implement a strategy for publicizing the individual and collective accomplishments of Team Hope fundraisers.
Coordinate efforts with develop as well as with chapters
Track progress of Team Hope fundraisers through NPF's systems.
Travel Required 25-40%
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Business or related field preferred
Excellent written communications skills, strong grammar skills, in English.
3-5 years experience in non-profit organization and Special Event fundraising/management
Strong technical skills, including experience with the Microsoft Software Suite and web-based media, are required
Excellent written communications skills, strong grammar skills, in English.
Strong technical skills, including use of Microsoft software, including Word, Outlook, Excel and Power Point.
Familiarity with donor/customer database and online fundraising tools, preferably, experience with Convio, Raiser’s Edge or similar customer relationship database and with an online fundraising platform is strongly desired.
The National Parkinson Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE M/F/D/V.
Benefits:
Not Specified
Salary:
Commensurate with Experience
Posting Expiration Date:
3/11/2013
Bridgestar - 4 months ago
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