Fundraising Development Coordinator, Relationship Events

Alzheimer's Association®; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Alzheimer's Association® is looking for a Development Coordinator, Relationship Events in Dallas/Ft Worth. This full-time role involves managing the Gala program, engaging volunteers, and building corporate partnerships to achieve fundraising goals. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with at least three years in corporate fundraising and strong volunteer management skills. A competitive salary range of $50,000–$55,000 is offered, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Three years of proven experience in corporate fundraising and relationship building.
• Demonstrated ability to form and develop relationships and partnerships.
• Strong volunteer management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the Chapter’s Gala and wrap-around event(s).
• Build relationships with key volunteers and corporate partners.
• Prospect and cultivate Gala sponsors to achieve development goals.

Skills

Relationship building

Volunteer management

Fundraising

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Luminate/Convio software

Job description

Position Summary

The Development Coordinator, Relationship Events is responsible for assisting with the implementation of the Gala program for the Dallas/Ft Worth market and its wrap-around event(s) to meet or exceed the budgeted goal through volunteer recruitment and engagement as well as through corporate development. This position will assist the Director of Relationship Events with the DFW Gala events as well as the growth and management of other corporate development initiatives per the discretion of the Vice President of Development. Measurable outcomes include driving volunteer and corporate engagement and revenue growth as identified in the strategic plan. This is a full-time position reporting to the Chapter's Vice President of Development, based in Dallas or Ft Worth.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the Chapter’s Gala and wrap-around event(s)
• Responsible for high-level volunteer recruitment, training, coaching, and management resulting in the attainment of revenue and volunteer engagement goals
• Build relationships with key volunteers, participants, sponsors and community leaders as well as existing and new corporate partners
• Responsible for managing all financial aspects of sponsor and donor fulfillment
• Prospect, cultivate and steward Gala sponsors and donors to achieve development goals through volunteer networks
• Maintain year-round relationships with key corporate sponsors, donors and volunteers to ensure involvement in all relevant chapter activities and recognition opportunities
• Work with the volunteer planning committee to organize outreach activities that promote the Alzheimer’s Association mission, including community presentations and corporate engagement opportunities
• Ensure Alzheimer Association’s standards are being followed
• Responsible for other duties as assigned
• Actively participate in learning opportunities for professional growth and self-improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Three years of proven experience in corporate fundraising and relationship building, recruiting and mobilizing volunteers to achieve goals
• Demonstrated ability to form and develop relationships and partnerships
• Three years of experience in galas/special events required with proven success in special event fundraising or related activities; strong volunteer management experience essential

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Goal and detail-oriented, with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and presentation skills
• Adaptive and flexible with an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and a variety of demands
• Ability to take initiative, and to work independently as well as in a team
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift and transport up to 25 lbs. of materials
• Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office products and social media; experience with, or ability to rapidly learn Luminate/Convio software

Title: Development Coordinator, Relationship Events

Location: Dallas or Ft Worth, Texas

Employment Type: Full‑time

Grade & Compensation: Grade 204 (The Association’s good faith expectation for the salary range for this role is between $50,000–$55,000)

Reports To: VP, Development

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Alzheimer’s Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including, but not limited to, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long-term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.

Full-time employees (37.5 hours/week) will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.