Remote Development Specialist - Fundraising & Sponsorships

ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Oklahoma; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Core Medical Coverage

401K Retirement Plan with Employer 7%

Paid Time Off

Maternity / Paternity Leave

Education Assistance

Professional Development

Job summary

ALSAC is seeking a Development Specialist to drive peer-to-peer fundraising, event sponsorship solicitations, and radio telethon support. This remote role supports St. Jude Children's Research Hospital from Oklahoma City or Tulsa areas.

You will cultivate donor relationships, lead national initiatives, and manage events and sponsorships while leveraging social media and community networks to exceed financial goals.

Qualifications

• 3 years of fundraising, sales, marketing, or related experience.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience with social media to support communication and business objectives.
• Analytical and data-driven with strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Proven experience in face-to-face interaction with volunteers and sponsors.

Responsibilities

• Exceed Financial Goals: surpass targets set by regional leadership.
• Forge Meaningful Relationships: cultivate connections with volunteers, donors, and sponsors through face-to-face interactions.
• Empower Fundraising Initiatives: motivate and guide fundraising efforts via multiple channels.
• Lead National Initiatives: manage high-profile national fundraising projects (e.g., Dream Home campaigns, radiothons).
• Personalized Cultivation: create tailored cultivation plans for volunteers, donors, and sponsors.
• Event Management: oversee events and coordinate logistics, vendors, and recordkeeping.
• Sponsorship Expertise: pursue leads, pitch sponsorships, and close deals with sponsors.
• Marketing and Recruitment: lead event promotion and partnership efforts; develop marketing strategies for events.
• Active Participation: engage in events to ensure success.
• Market Insight: stay informed about regional trends to identify opportunities.
• Reporting: provide progress updates and forecasts for decision-making.
• Collaborative Contribution: participate in regional meetings and budgeting.
• Travel: occasional travel to support events.

Skills

Fundraising

Sales

Marketing

Public Speaking

Face-to-face Engagement

Social Media

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

ALSAC is seeking a Development Specialist to drive peer-to-peer fundraising, event sponsorship solicitations, and radio telethon support. This remote role supports St. Jude Children's Research Hospital from Oklahoma City or Tulsa areas.

You will cultivate donor relationships, lead national initiatives, and manage events and sponsorships while leveraging social media and community networks to exceed financial goals.