Director, Community Events

National MS Society; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

401k Match

Medical Insurance

Vision

Flex Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Spring Health membership

Job summary

The National MS Society is seeking a dynamic Director to lead the Community Events portfolio for Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. You will drive revenue, cultivate corporate partnerships, and engage volunteers to advance the mission and grow the regional program.

You will manage the market’s fundraising strategy, supervise staff and volunteers, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to optimize event outcomes and donor engagement across Walk MS and Hike MS programs.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive fundraising experience.
• Proven success in donor pipelines and major gifts.
• Experience managing staff or volunteers.
• Proficiency with CRM and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth and meet campaign fundraising goals through engagement of top fundraisers, team captains, local sponsors and donors.
• Serve as the market leader for assigned campaigns, focusing on high-impact activity to boost participation, retention, local sponsorship and fundraising totals.
• Customize and implement national strategies to fit local context, aligning with regional objectives and donor trends.
• Partner with the AVP to report on pacing, surface risks, and adjust execution as needed to achieve goals.
• Foster cross-team alignment by coordinating frontline activity and supporting peer fundraisers in execution.
• Use CRM dashboards to inform decisions, track performance, and continuously improve tactics.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Project management

Communication

CRM proficiency

Team leadership

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Salesforce

Job description

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting‑edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward. We partner with volunteers to accomplish our work. Staff members engage volunteers through effective and timely communications, facilitating meaningful opportunities, and continually seeking and providing feedback for reciprocal growth and learning.

Job Summary

Leads the strategy, fundraising, and execution of the National MS Society's Community Events portfolio across Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming, a high‑performing chapter with a 2027 Community Events fundraising goal of $1.32 million. The portfolio includes Walk MS events in Denver, Colorado Springs, Windsor, Salt Lake City, and Wyoming, as well as Hike MS: Colorado. As part of a three‑person Community Events team, this role is responsible for driving year‑over‑year growth across the entire portfolio by increasing revenue, corporate engagement, and community participation. Walk MS: Denver is consistently recognized as a Top 10 event across 155 Walk MS events nationwide and represents a significant opportunity for continued strategic growth.

The Director is accountable for achieving revenue goals through the cultivation of corporate partnerships, securing sponsorship revenue, driving team and participant fundraising, and building strong relationships through consistent in‑person engagement with key community stakeholders. In addition to revenue responsibilities this position includes oversight of volunteer recruitment, volunteer stewardship, and event production activities.

Working closely with the Assistant Vice President and regional colleagues, this role drives market growth, fosters cross‑functional collaboration, and ensures every Community Event advances the Society's mission to create a world free of multiple sclerosis.

Location Requirement

This is a market‑based role supporting our West Region -- Colorado, Utah, Wyoming Chapter. As a market‑based employee, you will spend up to 50% of your work time in the community cultivating relationships, attending events, and supporting local initiatives. The role includes limited travel throughout the assigned market and region, as well as occasional overnight travel for regional and enterprise meetings, trainings, and events.

Preferred location(s): Denver, CO

The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is $70,000-$85,000. Final offers will be based on the candidate's geographic location, consider career experience and may vary from this range due to these and other factors.

You will have the opportunity for a highly competitive, comprehensive benefit package that the Society provides to employees.

Your Benefits Include

• Paid Holidays
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
• Medical
• Vision
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching, as well as additional voluntary benefit offerings.

Not to mention, you will join an incredible mission focused team of people!

Main Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth and meet campaign fundraising goals through strategic engagement of top fundraisers, team captains, local sponsor and donor engagement for the Society’s Community Event campaigns
• Serve as the market’s lead fundraiser for assigned campaigns, focusing on high‑impact activity that boosts participation, retention, local sponsorship and fundraising totals.
• Customize and implement national strategies to fit local context, aligning with regional objectives and donor trends.
• Partner with the AVP to report on pacing, surface risks, and adjust execution as needed to achieve goals.
• Foster cross‑team alignment by coordinating frontline activity, reinforcing shared accountability, and supporting peer fundraisers in execution.
• Use CRM and campaign dashboards to inform decisions, track performance, and continuously improve tactics.

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit development, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.
• Demonstrated success in managing donor pipelines, cultivating major gifts, and executing multi‑channel fundraising campaigns.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience supervising staff or volunteers and coordinating cross‑functional initiatives.
• Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) and data analysis to inform strategy and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors, board members, and community stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement long‑term fundraising plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Experience planning and executing donor events, stewardship programs, and grant proposals.

We’re committed to supporting the growth of every employee through a structured and transparent approach to career development. We use Talent Portraits to define clear expectations, development opportunities, and advancement paths — whether you're growing as a people leader or deepening your expertise as an individual contributor. Each role is thoughtfully placed within one of these pathways (Leadership or Partner) to help you understand how it fits into our broader organization and your potential career journey.

This position is classified as Partner - Knowledge Expert.

The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS.