Senior Market Events Lead: Fundraising & Donor Growth

American Cancer Society; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Cancer Society in Phoenix seeks a fundraising professional to lead strategy, planning, and execution of a seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars + event portfolio, driving revenue through donor engagement and volunteer leadership development.

You will build relationships with high-impact donors and sponsors, manage complex event portfolios, and align strategies with the organization's priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years successful fundraising and relationship development experience.
• Proven ability to manage donor relationships and portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Builds and elevates relationships with high-impact donors, sponsors, and volunteer leaders to drive revenue and retention.
• Leads complex event portfolios, ensuring strong execution, financial performance, and participant experience.
• Develops and implements strategies to grow revenue, expand donor pipelines, and increase long-term engagement.
• Aligns event partners and participants to broader cultivation strategies, advancing movement through the donor pipeline.
• Analyzes performance trends and identifies opportunities for growth and optimization.
• Provides guidance and leadership to peers or project teams as needed.

Skills

Relationship building

Donor engagement

Fundraising portfolio management

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The American Cancer Society in Phoenix seeks a fundraising professional to lead strategy, planning, and execution of a seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars + event portfolio, driving revenue through donor engagement and volunteer leadership development.

You will build relationships with high-impact donors and sponsors, manage complex event portfolios, and align strategies with the organization's priorities.