Associate Director, Major Gift Fundraising
Established in 1985, The ALS Association is the only national nonprofit organization fighting ALS on every front. By leading the way in global research, providing assistance for people with ALS through a nationwide network of chapters, coordinating multidisciplinary care through certified clinical care centers, and fostering government partnerships, the Association builds hope and enhances quality of life while aggressively searching for new treatments and a cure.
- This position is remote and open to candidates residing in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Tennessee
Position Summary
Reporting to the Sr. Director, the Associate Director is responsible for securing and growing major gifts in support of the ALS Association's strategic priorities and mission. The Associate Director will build philanthropic partnerships with individuals and foundations to secure gifts at the $5,000 level and above and will carry an active portfolio of 125-150 supporters. Utilizing relationship management strategies this position will identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward supporters to growing revenue and build a pipeline of major donors for sustainable revenue. Additionally, this position works as a partner to field-based Development staff who also carry a portfolio of $5,000+ donors. This includes assisting these partners with strategy development, cultivation and stewardship planning and execution, and providing support in all aspects of the execution of those strategies in order to solicit and secure support. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic professional with strong relationship management and communication skills, committed to fundraising for positive change.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Identify and engage donors and foundation partnersUtilize moves management to build intentional relationships and thoughtful strategic plans for each supporterProvide engagement and funding opportunities that align with donors' values and interestsSecure gifts through active solicitationProvide prompt, personal, and ongoing stewardshipMaintain contact records in Salesforce and update benchmarking reportsCollaborate with Sr Director on fundraising strategies and goalsRevenue Goals
Meet and exceed Major Gift revenue goals (approximately $1 million annually, with slight variations depending on portfolio) by closing strategic gifts from supporters, both directly and through field Development partnersCulture of Philanthropy
Work both independently and collaboratively to cultivate relationships with field Development partners, donors, volunteers, and the ALS communityMaintain an attitude of abundance, persistence, and urgencyWork with gratitude and relentless optimism to actively contribute to a culture of philanthropyMission
We are committed to making ALS a livable disease and finding a cure. Must maintain up-to-date knowledge of mission related information on research, advocacy, and care services provided by the Association to inspire giving.Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of professional major gift fundraising experienceAbility to travel up to 20%A self-starter with outstanding communication skillsExperience in successfully engaging with a diverse staff and range of donors, volunteers, and community membersCollaboration skills required to partner with field Development colleagues involved in the achievement of Territory revenue goalsExcellent communication, presentation, and analytical skillsCommitment to equity and inclusion with an inherent drive to work and collaborate with diverse populationsAbility to work with flexibility in a dynamic team environment and embrace organizational changeCommitment to learn and utilize new technologies to improve efficiency and implement strategyProven track record of closing gifts and meeting fundraising goalsPossess integrity, maturity and ethical awareness; ability to handle sensitive information and maintain strict confidentialityPay Transparency
The ALS Association's pay range for this position is $74,160 - $83,430.