Fundraising Manager, Relationship Events

Alzheimer's Association - Orange County Chapter

Savannah (GA)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 72,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

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Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

The Alzheimer’s Association is seeking a Manager of Relationship Events to lead the Coastal Savannah and Augusta Galas, driving revenue growth and volunteer engagement in support of the chapter’s strategic plan. This role oversees sponsor stewardship, donor cultivation, and community partnerships, coordinating volunteer leadership and event operations in Savannah, GA.

Reporting to the Sr. Director, Relationship Events, the position requires proven fundraising, gala event experience, and strong

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the Chapter’s Gala and wrap around events.
Recruit, train, coach, and manage volunteers to meet revenue and engagement goals.
Build relationships with sponsors, donors, volunteers, and corporate partners.
Oversee financial aspects of sponsor and donor fulfillment.
Cultivate Gala sponsors and donors to achieve development goals.
Maintain year‑round relationships with sponsors, donors, and volunteers.
Collaborate with planning committee for outreach activities.
Ensure Alzheimer’s Association standards are followed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Participate in professional growth opportunities.

Skills

Volunteer management

Relationship building

Event coordination

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Luminate/Convio software

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Luminate/Convio software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

The Manager of Relationship Events is responsible for the implementation of the Coastal (Savannah) Dancing Stars Gala and the Augusta 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 Costal (Savannah) and the Augusta Gala events as well as assisting with the growth and management of other corporate development initiatives per the discretion of the Sr. Director, Relationship Events. 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 Sr. Director, Relationship Events.

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

Savannah, Georgia

Full time or Part time

Full Time

Position Grade & Compensation

Grade 205 ( The Alzheimer’s Association’s good faith expectation for the salary range for this role is between $62,000– $72,000)

Reports To

Sr. Director, Relationship Events

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.

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