EVENTS/FUNDRAISING MANAGER Job in Dallas 75024, Texas US

FFB is the largest nongovernmental supporter of retinal degeneration research in the world, dedicated to finding preventions, treatments, and cures for people affected by inherited retinal diseases.  We are seeking a dynamic, experienced and organized individual to be part of our team.  This position reports directly to the Regional Director and is based in the north Dallas metro area (Plano).

 

Specifically this position will:

·         Develop, implement, and support 3-5 new and existing annual events such as VisionWalk (our signature walk-a-thon); galas, wine tastings, golf tournaments, etc

·         Plan fundraising events in partnership with our active volunteer fundraising committees

·         Motivate, educate, and supply our fundraising committees and corporate partners with the information needed to raise funds and spread Foundation awareness

·         Identify and cultivate new and existing volunteer relationships, corporate sponsorship connections, and market expansion opportunities

·         Build and execute strategic fundraising and cultivation plans that engage and inspire our volunteer and corporate prospects and partners

·         Provide volunteer support through face to face meetings, phone and email contact, and public speaking engagements such as our VisionWalk Organizing Receptions, Kick Offs, and corporate cultivation meetings.

·         Provide day of event support, including evening and weekend events, and minimal travel

·         Negotiate contracts with outside vendors

·         Oversee fiscal management of events

 

Requirements:

·         Bachelor’s degree required

·         Five+ years of paid experience in event planning, preferably in non-profit

·         Exposure to advertising, publication and promotion development

·         Fundraising experience required (walk-a-thon experience highly desirable)

·         A proven track record in special event fundraising and experience with donor databases are musts

·         Ability to lead and motivate volunteers

·         Demonstrated use of MS Office Suite (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint), desktop publishing and database are required 

·         Must possess excellent verbal/written communication skills, technology

·         Attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines

·         Travel required (approx. 25%)

 

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