Development Manager

American Lung Association; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 51,200 - 57,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave (10 vacation days in the first year)

Insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision

401(k) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

Job summary

The American Lung Association is seeking a Development Manager to enhance fundraising and community reach. The role is based in Orlando, Florida, and combines in-person and virtual work, providing flexibility.

Responsibilities include planning Special Events, managing budgets, and cultivating relationships to meet fundraising goals. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 3-5 years of fundraising experience. Comprehensive benefits and a smoke-free workplace are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' fundraising experience.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license and own reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all Special Events achieve or exceed revenue goals.
• Plan and execute Corporate Recruitment Breakfasts.
• Evaluate event results and recommend future events.

Skills

Fundraising experience

External relationship management

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Social and digital media proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Non-Profit Management, Marketing, or related field

Job description

The American Lung Association has an excellent opportunity for a Development Manager.

Working as a member of the Development department, you will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission: to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education, and advocacy.

Location

The position is located at the American Lung Association’s Orlando, Florida office and will be a hybrid of in-person and virtual work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all Special Events achieve or exceed revenue goal by implementing industry best practices for recruiting event committees, teams, sponsors and individuals to grow our constituent base.
• Plan and execute Corporate Recruitment Breakfasts and/or Kickoff events to drive sponsor and event participation and educate constituents about the mission of the American Lung Association.
• Recruit and cultivate participants utilizing the defined cultivation strategy to ensure successful participant fundraising and retention.
• Evaluate event results and prepare recommendations for future events to expand our community reach.
• In collaboration with Executive Director, manage the event budget to ensure expenses remain below prescribed percentage by recruiting in‑kind sponsors or underwriters for the majority of event goods & services.
• Work with members of the Marketing/Communication team to solicit media partnerships for the event.
• Supervise the planning of event logistics and serve as the staff manager on event day to provide an excellent experience for all participants.
• Partner with the Executive Director, support the needs of Central Florida Leadership Board to achieve the Board's annual Gold Standard Strategic Plan.
• Complete special projects and serve as the local contact for third‑party events in the community as the opportunities become available or as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year college or university required, preferably in Non‑Profit Management, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years’ fundraising experience.
• Demonstrated success in external relationship management and volunteer recruitment.
• Proven ability to cultivate and steward relationships across a diverse population.
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Superb organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in social & digital media.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license and your own reliable transportation with the ability to travel within assigned area 40% of the time for meetings and conferences, as well as the flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends with some overnights required.
• Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. (event supplies).
• Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke‑free workplace; all employees must abstain from tobacco use in any form, including vaping.

Compensation

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. The target hiring range for this position is between $51,200 and $57,600 per annum.

Benefits

• Paid Leave - 10 vacation days in the first year (15 days thereafter), 2 personal days and 15 sick days per year, as well as 12 company‑paid holidays per year. We also offer Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees.
• Insurance - Employees (and their eligible dependents) can enroll in our medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as voluntary plans for critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, short‑term disability and supplemental life/AD&D insurance. Employees will be enrolled in company‑paid life/AD&D and long‑term disability Insurance coverage.
• Retirement Plan - Eligible employees can participate in our 401(k) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, which offers matching employer contributions (up to 4%) and year‑end discretionary non‑elective contributions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The American Lung Association is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the American Lung Association to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or physical and/or mental disabilities, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies in all employment actions including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, corrective actions, terminations, compensation, benefits and training.