Remote Seasonal Fundraising & Events Coordinator

National Multiple Sclerosis Society; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

National MS Society is seeking a seasonal, remote coordinator to support DIY Fundraising and Finish MS programs. You will handle admin tasks, logistics, and participant engagement for a six-month period, ensuring smooth operations and timely communications with organizers, donors, and staff.

You will work with DIY Directors to manage campaigns, fulfill materials, coordinate events, and maintain resources, while providing excellent customer service and accurate records across systems.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–3 years in event coordination, nonprofit fundraising, or admin support.
• Strong organizational skills with multi-project management.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
• Attention to detail and follow-through; independent worker who collaborates.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRMs, and databases.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day administration and coordination of DIY Fundraising and Finish MS programs.
• Manage logistics and fulfillment activities, including collateral, supplies, medals, apparel, promotional items, goodie bags, mailings, and invoicing.
• Assist with planning and execution of Finish MS event dinners, mixers, and other participant engagement activities.
• Conduct campaign intake calls and ensure new fundraising campaigns are launched accurately and efficiently.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to event organizers, participants, donors, and staff through phone, email, and other communication channels.
• Coordinate participant stewardship activities, including personalized outreach, cards, and recognition efforts.
• Maintain and organize program resources, including websites, intake processes, annual timelines, toolkits, external resources, and case studies.
• Manage and update digital content platforms, including the program Flickr account and other resource libraries.
• Maintain timely, accurate records and documentation within organizational systems and databases.
• Collaborate with DIY Directors and cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless participant experience.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, resources, and participant support efforts.
• Assist with additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Customer service mindset

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Databases

Online collaboration tools

Job description

National MS Society is seeking a seasonal, remote coordinator to support DIY Fundraising and Finish MS programs. You will handle admin tasks, logistics, and participant engagement for a six-month period, ensuring smooth operations and timely communications with organizers, donors, and staff.

You will work with DIY Directors to manage campaigns, fulfill materials, coordinate events, and maintain resources, while providing excellent customer service and accurate records across systems.