Manager, Development (NE or IA)

Our partner, a national nonprofit organization focused on advancing research, care, and advocacy for individuals affected by ALS, is seeking a Development Manager to lead regional fundraising efforts. This role is ideal for a mission-driven professional with experience in event planning, donor engagement, and volunteer coordination.

Responsibilities

• Execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to achieve an annual revenue goal of at least $400,000.
• Organize and manage a variety of fundraising events, including the organization’s signature campaign, the Walk to Defeat ALS.
• Recruit, steward, and retain volunteers, donors, team captains, and event committee members.
• Oversee all event logistics including budgeting, permitting, site planning, and vendor management.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as Marketing, Care Services, and Advancement to ensure integrated campaigns.
• Represent the organization at community events to build public awareness and cultivate support.
• Manage production and distribution of event marketing materials.
• Collaborate as part of a multi-state territory team, contributing to broader development efforts.
• Support alignment with national campaigns and contribute to process improvements and cross-team collaboration.
• Analyze weekly event performance with the Development Director to identify growth opportunities.
• Attend regional events, staff meetings, and other assigned activities.
• Perform other duties as needed to support mission-aligned fundraising initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent education and experience considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising, event planning, volunteer management, public relations, or donor relations.
• Experience with peer-to-peer fundraising platforms; capable of running reports and interpreting data for outreach planning.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication with an emphasis on relationship-building.
• High degree of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; familiarity with donor databases (e.g., Salesforce, Luminate Online) is a plus.
• Willingness to travel within the designated region and work evenings/weekends as needed.

• Location: Remote – based in the Eastern Nebraska/Iowa region
• Salary Range: $49,440 – $59,196 annually Comprehensive healthcare benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays