Area Manager (Baton Rouge, LA)

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Baton Rouge (LA); Híbrido; USD 55.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Maternity/paternity leave

Education assistance

Learning & development

Descripción de la vacante

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s ALSAC is seeking an Area Manager to oversee high‑impact fundraising campaigns across events, donor portfolios, and experiential programs in assigned markets. You will drive revenue growth, manage a team of 2–3 fundraising professionals, and ensure programs align with area business plans.

This role requires travel ~40%, evenings and weekends for events, and a hybrid schedule at our Territory Office in Baton Rouge, LA.

Formación

• 3 years in fundraising, nonprofit development, or event management.
• Proven success in leading fundraising campaigns and donor portfolios.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with committee development, corporate sponsorships, and high-wealth donor engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and lead a team effectively.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and data-driven fundraising strategies.
• Travel approximately 40% to support donor engagement and events.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for events and meetings.
• Driver’s License required.

Responsabilidades

• Drive fundraising strategy and revenue growth across multiple channels.
• Lead and mentor a team of 2–3 fundraising professionals.
• Plan and execute major events including dinners, galas, golf tournaments and fitness fundraisers.
• Cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and high‑net‑worth individuals.
• Recruit and manage executive-level volunteer committees with board engagement.
• Manage own book of business with campaigns such as Dream Home, radiothons, and school events.

Conocimientos

Fundraising campaigns

Donor portfolio management

Team leadership

CRM proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Event planning

Educación

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Herramientas

CRM software

Descripción del empleo

AtALSACyou do more than make a living; you make a difference.

We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we’re calling on the game‑changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®

Job Description

As the Area Manager, you will oversee a team responsible for executing high-impact fundraising campaigns including dinner events, galas, golf tournaments, fitness events (walks, endurance races), and peer-to-peer initiatives. You will also manage your own donor portfolio and lead the execution of experiential fundraising programs and initiatives within assigned markets, ensuring strong performance and alignment with Area business plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Fundraising Strategy & Execution
  Drive revenue growth across multiple fundraising channels, ensuring achievement of financial goals and alignment with budget targets.
• Team Leadership
  Manage and mentor a team of 2–3 fundraising professionals. Set clear goals, monitor performance, and foster a collaborative, results-driven culture.
• Event Oversight
  Lead planning and execution of major events including dinners, galas, golf tournaments, and fitness-based fundraisers. Ensure excellence in logistics, volunteer engagement, and donor experience.
• Donor & Corporate Engagement
  Cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and high-net-worth individuals through face-to-face interactions, committee development, and strategic solicitation.
• Volunteer Leadership
  Recruit, train, and manage executive-level volunteer committees. Collaborate with national board members and senior executives to drive event success.
• Portfolio Management
  Manage your own book of business, executing campaigns such as Dream Home, radiothons, school-based events, multicultural initiatives, and promotions programs.

Qualifications

• 3 years in fundraising, nonprofit development, or event management. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Proven success in leading fundraising campaigns and managing donor portfolios.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with committee development, corporate sponsorships, and high-wealth donor engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and lead a team effectively.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and data-driven fundraising strategies.
• This role involves significant travel (approximately 40%) to support donor engagement, volunteer leadership, and fundraising events. Travel may occur by car or plane, based on distance and business needs.
• The position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as necessary to support events, donor meetings, and key organizational priorities.
• Driver’s License Required.

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule to include working from our Territory Office located at 14333 Perkins Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70810

Benefits & Perks

_The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only . _

We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.

• Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• And more

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.

ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.

No Search Firms:

ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.