Fundraising Manager, Walk to End Alzheimer's

Amber Kinetics; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to ending Alzheimer’s and dementia as a Manager for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your networking and relationship-building skills to engage community leaders and inspire volunteers. You will manage multiple fundraising events, fostering enthusiasm and ensuring year-over-year growth. With a focus on inclusivity and collaboration, you will help achieve ambitious revenue goals while enjoying a supportive work environment that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the community!

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Retirement plans

School Visitation days

Elder Care days

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in volunteer recruitment or sales.
• Proven ability to develop corporate relationships and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple peer-to-peer fundraising events annually.
• Cultivate community connections and drive fundraising success.

Skills

Networking and relationship-building

Volunteer recruitment and management

Sales and fundraising

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Luminate/Convio software

Job description

Job Title: Manager, Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Las Vegas

As Manager of Walk to End Alzheimer’s, you join an exclusive team of leaders responsible for implementing the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the second-largest peer-to-peer fundraising event in the United States and continues to grow rapidly.

In 2023, it was recognized as the #2 peer-to-peer fundraising event nationally and achieved the largest dollar growth among the top 30 programs.

Using your networking and relationship-building skills, you will cultivate community connections and drive success by engaging community and corporate leaders, building volunteer committees in Coachella Valley, and achieving revenue goals.

You will manage multiple peer-to-peer fundraising events annually, inspiring volunteers, implementing proven strategies, and fostering community enthusiasm to ensure year-over-year growth.

This role may be eligible for a bonus!

Right for You If:

• You have success building sustainable corporate and community relationships that meet revenue and participation goals.
• You have recruited, managed, or coached volunteers effectively, or can do so after our training, leveraging your sales/relationship background.
• You have experience managing multiple volunteer-led events with revenue growth.
• You are a proven team builder who fosters inclusive, positive environments and builds long-term community relationships.
• You thrive on challenges, achieving or surpassing fundraising goals through team efforts, corporate solicitations, and partnerships.
• You are skilled in prospecting, cultivating, and stewarding event teams, sponsors, and participants.
• You possess excellent communication and organizational skills, can manage budgets, train volunteers, meet timelines, and use data for positive outcomes.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in volunteer recruitment/mobilization or sales target achievement.
• Goal-oriented, positive, self-starter who works independently and collaboratively.
• Proven ability to develop corporate relationships and partnerships.
• Diplomatic in managing volunteers at various levels.
• Ability to work with diverse communities and in a matrixed organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 60% within the territory, including occasional overnight or air travel, with a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends for meetings and events.
• Physical ability to lift and transport materials up to 25 lbs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, social media, and ability to learn Luminate/Convio software.

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Employment Type: Full-time, exempt, based on 37.5 hours/week

Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000 annually, with potential performance-based incentive up to $13,000.

Reporting To: Development Director

About Us:

The Alzheimer’s Association leads efforts in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research, with a mission to end Alzheimer’s and dementia. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, engaging underserved communities and providing equal employment opportunities.

Employees working 24+ hours/week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, holidays, and retirement plans. Full-time employees also enjoy additional benefits like School Visitation and Elder Care days.