Events & Fundraising Manager - Boston

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) seeks a Boston-area Regional Manager responsible for leading local fundraising, program engagement, and outreach efforts. This remote position includes regular in‑person event responsibilities and requires residence in Boston or surrounding area.

You will oversee the Together in TEAL Run/Walk, build relationships with survivors, families, sponsors, and volunteers, and drive fundraising growth while connecting participants with NOCC’s programs and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in nonprofit event management, fundraising, or community programs.
• Direct experience planning charity walks/runs or large fundraising events preferred.
• Proven success managing volunteers, sponsors, and donor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of NOCC’s annual Together in TEAL Run/Walk fundraising event.
• Develop and implement local peer‑to‑peer fundraising strategies to achieve revenue goals.
• Manage event logistics, including venues, permits, vendors, timelines, signage, supplies, and day‑of coordination.
• Recruit and steward sponsors, volunteers, donors, teams, and community partners.
• Support participant recruitment, team captain engagement, and retention efforts.
• Track event revenue, sponsorships, and participant activity to monitor progress toward goals.

Skills

Nonprofit event management

Peer-to-peer fundraising

Volunteer management

Public speaking

Relationship building

Tools

Canva

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

CRM

Job description

Internal title: New England Regional Manager

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) is expanding our team and seeking an experienced and community-driven team member to lead local fundraising, program engagement, and outreach efforts in the Boston area. This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on experience planning and executing peer‑to‑peer fundraising events, charity walks/runs, and volunteer‑driven community initiatives.

As the lead for NOCC’s Boston Together in TEAL® Run/Walk, you will build relationships with survivors, families, caregivers, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners while driving fundraising growth and creating meaningful event experiences. You will also connect survivors and their families with NOCC’s programs and services, helping build a supportive local community.

This is a remote position with regular in‑person event responsibilities. Must reside in Boston or the surrounding area.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of NOCC’s annual Together in TEAL® Run/Walk fundraising event.
• Develop and implement local peer‑to‑peer fundraising strategies to achieve revenue goals.
• Manage all event logistics, including venues, permits, vendors, timelines, signage, supplies, and day‑of coordination.
• Recruit and steward sponsors, volunteers, donors, teams, and community partners.
• Support participant recruitment, team captain engagement, and retention efforts.
• Track event revenue, sponsorships, and participant activity to monitor progress toward goals.

Community Outreach & Mission Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with survivors, caregivers, healthcare partners, and community organizations.
• Represent NOCC at local outreach events, awareness initiatives, and community programs.
• Help lead monthly virtual support groups alongside trained volunteer facilitators.
• Coordinate at least one annual in‑person educational or survivor‑focused program.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers for fundraising events and community outreach activities.
• Lead volunteer committees and event‑day teams.

Local Marketing & Communications Support

• Manage and moderate a local Facebook community group.
• Customize branded materials using approved Canva templates and organizational guidelines.
• Collaborate with local media and community partners to promote events and awareness initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit event management, peer‑to‑peer fundraising, or community programs.
• Direct experience planning and executing charity walk/run events or similar large‑scale fundraising events, is strongly preferred.
• Proven success in managing volunteers, sponsors, and donor relationships.
• Strong project management with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Comfortable with public speaking and representing the organization in the community.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proficient in Canva, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace; CRM experience preferred.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

About NOCC

Since 1991, the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) has been dedicated to saving lives through ovarian cancer prevention, cure, and support, providing education, support programs, and awareness initiatives nationwide.

NOCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and provide accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)