Development Manager – Remote Jobs

Job Name: Development Manager

Name of the Company: ALS Association

Location: Seattle, WA

Salary range: $46,346 – $56,894 annually

Position Description

The ALS Association is looking for a Development Manager to manage the Walk to Defeat ALS events and other revenue-producing opportunities. As a Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for generating revenue in various ways such as community events, major and individual gifts, grants, supporting statewide Distinguished Events, and more. Besides, you will engage constituents to build strong relationships that meet supporters’ needs and generate resources for programs and services. In Seattle, the position will focus on the territory; however, other states the position may include events in other states.

Responsibilities

– Develop, manage and cultivate event relationships to maximize fundraising and awareness through events/activities.
– Lead all aspects of the Seattle Walk to Defeat ALS event and other Walks to Defeat events as needed.
– Work closely with the team captains and participants to develop their personal and team fundraising plans by mentoring, coaching, and encouraging fundraiser efforts.
– Assist in developing engagement and fundraising strategies that drive revenue, budget management, donation tracking, logistical planning, and execution.
– Maintain a portfolio of individual donors specific to Seattle and other parts of the territory as assigned by prospecting, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding annually.
– Represent The ALS Association at community events to bring awareness to programs and services.
– Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.
– Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization.
– Perform other duties as assigned in support of The ALS Association’s mission.

Qualifications

– Bachelor’s Degree required; commitment to lifelong learning.
– 3-5 years of development, sales, or fundraising required.
– Strong verbal and written communication skills.
– Organized with effective prioritization and attention to detail.
– Flexible, adaptable, with an ability to effectively work in teams.
– Understands and implements an integrated fundraising/development approach to best advance the mission.
– Goal-oriented and high degree of self-initiative, motivation, and discipline.
– Strong computer/technology skills, including MS Office, database management, and other web-based software programs.
– Possess excellent organizational and communication skills.
– Possess basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
– Experience with SharePoint and/or Salesforce a plus.
– Flexibility and availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed for special programs.

This is a full-time position with a salary range of $46,346 – $56,894 annually. The ALS Association plans to compensate employees competitively and consistently throughout the US and in diverse geographic markets. Moreover, various factors determine individual compensation. Additionally, healthcare benefits, 401(k) plan with employer match, disability coverage, life insurance, holidays, and vacation benefits are available to Association employees.

If you are mission-driven, energetic and looking for challenges, then we encourage you to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.