Fundraising Manager, Relationship Events

Alzheimer's Association®; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alzheimer's Association in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Manager, Relationship Events to oversee the Memory Gala and related events, driving revenue and volunteer engagement in line with the chapter's strategy. This full-time role reports to the VP of Development and leads outreach to sponsors, donors, and volunteers.

You will manage event logistics, cultivate corporate partnerships, handle donor fulfillment, and collaborate with the volunteer planning committee to promote the mission through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Three years of proven experience in corporate fundraising and relationship building.
• Three years of gala/special events experience with proven fundraising success and strong volunteer management.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Chapter’s Gala and wrap-around events.
• Recruit, train, coach, and manage volunteers to meet revenue and engagement goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with sponsors, donors, volunteers, and corporate partners.
• Manage all financial aspects of sponsor and donor fulfillment.
• Cultivate Gala sponsors and donors to achieve development goals.
• Maintain year-round relationships with sponsors and volunteers across chapter activities.
• Collaborate with the volunteer planning committee on outreach activities promoting the Alzheimer's Association.
• Ensure organizational standards are followed.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities.

Skills

Volunteer management

Corporate fundraising

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Luminate/Convio

Job description

Position Summary

The Manager of Relationship Events is responsible for the implementation of the Memory Gala to meet or exceed the budgeted goal through volunteer recruitment and engagement as well as through corporate development. This position will be responsible for the Memory Gala event as well as assisting with the growth and management of other corporate development initiatives per the discretion of the VP of Development. Measurable outcomes for this position include driving volunteer and corporate engagement and revenue growth as identified in the strategic plan. This is a full-time position that reports to the Chapter’s VP of Development.

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 the 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 detailed 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

Manager, Relationship Events

Position Location

San Antonio, Texas

Full time or Part time

Full Time

Position Grade & Compensation

Grade 105 (The Alzheimer's Association’s good faith expectation for the salary range for this role is between $65,000– $69,000)

Reports To

VP of Development

Who We Are

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia– by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum we are building in dementia research — our investments today will lead to breakthroughs tomorrow.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.

At the Alzheimer's Association®, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity — meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia.

The Alzheimer’s Association commitment remains steadfast in engaging all communities in our full mission. The 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.