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Manager, Development (NE or IA)

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Job Description - 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
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