Manager, Community Development, Arthritis Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania

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Manager, Community Development, Arthritis Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania

Posted on: October 17, 2011

DESCRIBE THE BROAD FUNCTION AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

Strategically develops and implements the Walk & Jingle Bell Run. Engages corporate sponsors, creates awareness, organizes volunteers and implements the Walk & Jingle Bell Run for the Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter. Assists in establishing and implementing income goals, expense budgets, timelines, and staff and volunteer recruitment strategies. Responsible for ensuring the financial success of the Walk & Jingle Bell Run in Southern New Jersey

DESCRIBE THE PRINCIPAL CONTINUING RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

Promotes and markets Arthritis Foundation special events, programs and services to potential community partners and sponsors in Southern New Jersey.

Assists in developing income and expense budgets that provide for increased net income on an annual basis. Monitors and reports on income and expenses and makes accurate year-end projections.

Identifies, recruits and trains volunteers to join committees or to assume day-of-event roles. Develops, and maintains collaborative relationships with influential committee volunteers, team captains, event participants and corporate partners. Cultivates key corporate and medical leaders to raise significant team income ($25,000 to $50,000 or more). Communicates regularly with all appropriate volunteer committees, event participants and corporate partners.

Ensures that all administrative responsibilities are handled accurately and timely. This includes, but is not limited to scheduling, ordering materials and supplies as well as record keeping.

Coordinates logistics and has fiscal responsibility for all events. Oversees and manages event day assignments at each site

Analyzes and identifies the needs and resources in the Southern New Jersey Community to increase fundraising and strengthen the volunteer base. Collaborates with development and program staff as well as volunteers to develop leads.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in sales, marketing or communications

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of two years successful fundraising, marketing and/or non-profit management experience.

Proven track record in sponsor and volunteer recruitment as well as cultivating long-term donor and volunteer relationships.

KNOWLEDGE:

Strong presentation and verbal and written communication skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities and work independently.

Computer proficient in: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Kintera and Team Approach is helpful.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid driver’s license and access to an insured automobile.

50% travel within Southern New Jersey

Ability to work evenings and weekends for meetings and events.

Ability to lift 25 -30 lbs.

Familiarity with the Southern New Jersey territory is preferred.

••• PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT provide relocation assistance.•••

Please submit salary history and resume to: [email protected]