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Autism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
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Area Executive Director
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
Title: Area Executive Director -Southwest (Houston or Dallas TX) Location: Houston, TX Department: Community Engagement Remote Full Time Experienced Job Description: Come join Autism Speaks as the Area Executive Director of the Southwest! We are looking for a dynamic and ambitious leader who shares our vision of a world where all people with autism can achieve their full potential. With a territory that covers Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas and Utah this role leads a hardworking team that cultivates corporate and foundation relationships, executes events, and builds awareness, acceptance and inclusion in our key markets. The position is remote but needs to be based in Dallas or Houston, TX. PURPOSE: Drive the growth and development of the Southwest Area initiatives to further the mission of Autism Speaks by providing visionary and strategic leadership to staff, volunteers and other key constituents. This seasoned leader will personally own the acquisition and growth of high-level relationships and corporate partnerships in the Area. While responsible for leading the fundraising team and supporting their portfolio of events, the primary focus of the role is to maximize diverse, top-tier revenue-generation. The areas primary focus currently lies in Texas. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Develop and execute area fundraising plans to ensure the achievement of financial goals; evaluate fundraising strategies and effectiveness on an ongoing basis. FY26 revenue portfolio for the area is $1,100,000. - Play a principal role in the accelerated growth of Southwest Area, working collaboratively with corporate, major gift, advocacy and mission colleagues, as well as senior leadership. - Develop and execute the Southwest Area fundraising plans to ensure the achievement of financial goals; evaluate fundraising strategies and effectiveness on an ongoing basis - Work with mission staff to integrate and execute mission programs and initiatives with a particular focus on advocacy and community partnerships. - Lead Area staff in strategic planning, hold them responsible for accountability metrics and provide ongoing leadership, mentorship, training and development. - Cultivate and acquire new corporate partnerships, yielding event sponsorships and other revenue streams - Maintain a personal portfolio of high-priority constituents across the Area portfolio - Lead Area Executive Leadership Councils in Dallas and Houston and serve as staff partner to volunteer leadership, working with the group to achieve programmatic and fundraising goals - Implement a sustainable volunteer structure that utilizes existing relationships and recruits new volunteers to Autism Speaks - Develop and manage budgets, maintain fiscal records and submit financial reports in a timely and accurate manner (The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s. As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.) POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Education:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Experience: - 10+ years of demonstrated leadership with recruitment and management of volunteers(board recruitment experience and peer-to-peer fundraising preferred), managing/coaching staff (preferably in a field-based organization), relationship building, networking, budget management, and volunteer mobilization. - Proven track record of multi-functional, fundraising experience (special events, multiple P2P events, corporate campaigns.) - Proven success engaging donors, volunteers, partners, and internal team members virtually while maintaining trust, accountability and momentum across owned territory. Specialized Skills and Knowledge: - Well-organized, detail-oriented - Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills. - Strong analytical skills - Adaptable - Intermediate proficiency with MS Office 365 including Excel and Outlook required. - Database knowledge (Stratus Live and/or Luminate preferred) - Working at a computer for a prolonged period of time - Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary, as well as occasional overnight meetings and conferences - Physical travel to and from events within chapter territory or as requested by manager as well as in-person meetings with clients or constituents - Lifting and prolonged standing on event day - Must have valid driver’s license, insurance and access to reliable transportation CORE COMPETENCIES: - Building Collaborative Relationships - Professional Behavior - Results-Driven - Customer Orientation - Flexibility You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access. Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. About Autism Speaks: At Autism Speaks, our mission is to promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together with our broad and diverse community, we strive every day to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. This mission and vision drive every member of our staff; our employees are inspired, energized and motivated by the impact we can collectively have on behalf of the autism community. Autism Speaks celebrates every success achieved to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism, and we work collaboratively across departments to find solutions that will do the most good for the most people. Just as we strive to enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow for people on the spectrum, we also aim to enhance the lives of our dedicated employees, through thick and thin. Salary & Benefits: Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit and vacation package. We also provide flex work hours, weekly training sessions, tuition reimbursement and summer bonus Fridays in addition to a creative, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, kind and fun work environment. Salary range is $100k-$105k depending on candidate's relevant years of experience.
Junior Recruiter
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
• Monitor candidate submissions to ACP for open positions daily • Screen and respond to applicants and arrange appointments for interviews • Arrange times for visits to centers with applicants and center staff • Manage job postings (posting, pausing, closing) as directed by the Recruiting team including review of job descriptions and postings for accuracy • Monitor Teams channels for assigned centers for recruiting requests and document all recruiting needs by center on a weekly basis • Respond to Teams channel inquiries • Staff career fair tables when needed and follow up with candidates • As directed, build applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites • Assist in other aspects of recruiting as directed by supervisor
Manager, Community Engagement
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
Title: Manager, Community Engagement - Florida Locations: Palm Beach or Broward County remote Full Time Job Description: Come join Autism Speaks as a Manager of Community Engagement on our Florida team, with a primary focus on the Palm Beach and Miami market. This position is responsible for leading the Miami Gala and Palm Beach Special Events, as well as other constituent engagement and fundraising activities. The candidate will work from home but should reside in Palm Beach or Broward County. Individual must be comfortable with travel within the tri-county area. PURPOSE: Raise funds for Autism Speaks by recruiting and managing volunteers, raising awareness, and implementing fundraising and mission-related events to achieve revenue goals. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Achieve the revenue goals for assigned fundraising events in the Palm Beach and Miami markets. Current portfolio goal is $375,000. • Work with supervisor to establish and implement planning timelines, income goals, and expense budget and participant recruitment strategies. • Execute events in partnership with volunteer leadership, specifically managing committee recruitment and retention. • Achieve the assigned fundraising goals by implementing the strategies identified in the business plan, including sponsorship, corporate recruitment and retention and mission integration. • Support the local implementation of global campaigns of Autism Speaks sometimes in collaboration with Outreach Director for region. • Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned area/market events, including event logistics, data entry, acknowledgements, and materials management. • Manage and provide administrative support to volunteer committees. • Make presentations to businesses, organizations and community groups to secure sponsorship, recruit teams and committee volunteers and manage accounts on a year-round basis. • Integrate digital marketing initiatives, such as email campaigns, fundraising websites, as well as other forms of digital outreach. (The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor. As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.) POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 3+ years professional working experience. Experience: • 3+ years demonstrated leadership with focus on fundraising for Special Events (Galas, Cocktail Parties, Golf, etc), recruitment and management of volunteers, relationship-building, networking, budget management, and volunteer mobilization. Proven track record of multi-functional fundraising experience: special events, multiple walk events, corporate campaigns. Specialized Skills and Knowledge: • Ability to work independently and recreate and implement fundraising and volunteer-development plans • Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills • Organized and detail oriented • Superb customer service skills • Ability to prospect, recruit, manage and develop volunteers • Strong analytical skills • Sound judgment • Proficiency with MS Office 365 • Database knowledge (Stratus Live and/or Luminate preferred) Physical & Work Environment Requirements • Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support programs and events. • This role includes travel primarily related to events, which at times can involve overnight stays; occasional travel for team meetings and conferences may also occur. • Event days include setting up and moving materials as well as being actively engaged on site for prolonged periods • Regular use of a computer for extended periods of time. • Must have reliable mode of transportation (automobile, valid driver’s license, and insurance is required) CORE COMPETENCIES: • Building Collaborative Relationships • Professional Behavior • Results-Driven • Customer Orientation • Flexibility You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access. Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. About Autism Speaks: At Autism Speaks, our mission is to promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together with our broad and diverse community, we strive every day to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. This mission and vision drive every member of our staff; our employees are inspired, energized and motivated by the impact we can collectively have on behalf of the autism community. Autism Speaks celebrates every success achieved to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism, and we work collaboratively across departments to find solutions that will do the most good for the most people. Just as we strive to enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow for people on the spectrum, we also aim to enhance the lives of our dedicated employees, through thick and thin. Salary & Benefits: Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit and vacation package. We also provide flex work hours, weekly training sessions, tuition reimbursement and summer bonus Fridays in addition to a creative, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, kind and fun work environment. For consideration, please forward your resume and cover letter. Autism Speaks is an employer that participates in E-Verify Salary range is $53,700-$60,000 depending on candidate’s relevant years of experience.
Content Resources Coordinator, Part Time, Temporary
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
• Assist in development and promotion of Services and Supports content and messaging • Research, draft, fact-check, and edit content • Prepare content for delivery in multiple formats and across multimedia platforms
Manager Community Engagement-Remote-Greater Los Angeles & Orange County
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
Come join Autism Speaks as a Manager of Community Engagement on our West team, with a primary focus on the Southern CA market. This position is responsible for leading and/or supporting our Southern CA Empower Walk + 5K and SoCal Golf Classic as well as other constituent engagement and fundraising activities. The candidate should be located in the Greater Los Angeles area. Worth and must be comfortable with travel within the area. Raise funds for Autism Speaks by recruiting and managing volunteers, raising awareness, and implementing fundraising and mission-related events to achieve revenue goals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Achieve the revenue goals for assigned fundraising events in the Southern CA market. Current portfolio goal is $250,000+. - Work with the supervisor to establish and implement planning timelines, income goals, and expense budget and participant recruitment strategies. - Execute events in partnership with volunteer leadership, specifically managing committee recruitment and retention. - Achieve the assigned fundraising goals by implementing the strategies identified in the business plan, including sponsorship, corporate recruitment and retention and mission integration. - Support the local implementation of global campaigns of Autism Speaks sometimes in collaboration with Outreach Director for region. - Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned area/market events, including event logistics, data entry, acknowledgements, and materials management. - Manage and provide administrative support to volunteer committees. - Make presentations to businesses, organizations and community groups to secure sponsorship, recruit teams and committee volunteers and manage accounts on a year-round basis. - Integrate digital marketing initiatives, such as email campaigns, fundraising websites, as well as other forms of digital outreach. (The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor. As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.) POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 3+ years professional working experience. Experience: - 3+ years demonstrated leadership with focus on peer-to-peer fundraising, recruitment and management of volunteers, relationship-building, networking, budget management, and volunteer mobilization. Proven track record of multi-functional fundraising experience: special events, multiple walk events, corporate campaigns. Specialized Skills and Knowledge: - Ability to work independently and recreate and implement fundraising and volunteer-development plans - Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills - Organized and detail oriented - Superb customer service skills - Ability to prospect, recruit, manage and develop volunteers - Strong analytical skills - Sound judgment - Proficiency with MS Office 365 - Database knowledge (Stratus Live and/or Luminate preferred) Physical & Work Environment Requirements - Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support programs and events. - This role includes travel primarily related to events, which at times can involve overnight stays; occasional travel for team meetings and conferences may also occur. - Event days include setting up and moving materials as well as being actively engaged onsite for prolonged periods - Regular use of a computer for extended periods of time. - Must have reliable mode of transportation (automobile, valid driver’s license, and insurance is required) CORE COMPETENCIES: - Building Collaborative Relationships - Professional Behavior - Results-Driven - Customer Orientation - Flexibility You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access. Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodation will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. About Autism Speaks: At Autism Speaks, our mission is to promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together with our broad and diverse community, we strive every day to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. This mission and vision drive every member of our staff; our employees are inspired, energized and motivated by the impact we can collectively have on behalf of the autism community. Autism Speaks celebrates every success achieved to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism, and we work collaboratively across departments to find solutions that will do the most good for the most people. Just as we strive to enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow for people on the spectrum, we also aim to enhance the lives of our dedicated employees, through thick and thin. Salary & Benefits: Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit and vacation package. We also provide flex work hours, weekly training sessions, tuition reimbursement and summer bonus Fridays in addition to a creative, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, kind and fun work environment. For consideration, please forward your resume and cover letter. Autism Speaks is an employer that participates in E-Verify Salary range is $62-$70k depending on candidate’s relevant years of experience and geographic location.
Senior Coordinator, Nationwide Peer-to-Peer Programs
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
Autism Speaks is seeking a Senior Coordinator, Nationwide Peer-to-Peer Programs to support the strategic and operational plan for TeamUp , our signature endurance fundraising program, which includes 5ks to marathons all across the country. This role is personally accountable for achieving fundraising revenue goals, delivering high-quality participant experience, and ensuring consistent, well-coordinated event execution, including program components. The Senior Coordinator provides hands-on fundraising coaching to participants, delivers tools and resources to support their success and growth, tracks and reports on performance, and supports on-site event execution. This role is part of a collaborative, growing program and requires flexibility to pitch in across TeamUp and other peer to peer‑ events as needed. Manager may request Senior Coordinator to attend other events outside their specific day-to-day portfolio. This individual will work from home and can be located anywhere in the country. However, Senior Coordinator must be comfortable with traveling to events. Key Responsibilities - Support the daily operations and execution of the strategic fundraising plan for Autism Speaks’ TeamUp program and other P2P initiatives. - In coordination with the Centralized Fundraising Support Team, support the implementation of the fundraising incentive program. - Manage TeamUp vanity email inbox and provide best-in-class customer service. - Implement social media plan to increase program visibility, community engagement, and fundraising performance. - Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, digital, web, and donor support, to ensure consistent messaging and operational efficiency. - Identify and solicit in-kind donations to enhance participant offerings and reduce expenses. - With direction from the Senior Manager, execute program timelines, communication plans, and engagement tools to recruit, train, and motivate participants to increase program revenue. - Monitor performance against revenue and participation goals (including an annual fundraising target of approximately $100,000); share reports to track progress and identify opportunities for growth and risk mitigation. - Proactively identify and troubleshoot issues affecting participant experience or program performance. - Deliver high-quality customer service by coaching and engaging an assigned portfolio of fundraising participants and volunteers across all stages of the fundraising lifecycle using phone, email, newsletters, virtual meetings, and social media. - Serve as on-site supporting staff for key TeamUp events (which can include Chicago Marathon, New York Marathon, Houston 8K and runDisney). and other peer-to-peer events as needed, providing in-person operational and participant support to the designated event lead to achieve event goals. - Serve as a power user of fundraising platforms, ensuring effective utilization, data accuracy, and reporting integrity. (The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s. As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.) Position Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience Experience: 3+ years relevant experience with proven track record; strong background in peer-to-peer fundraising Specialized Skills and Knowledge: - Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and seamlessly. - Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service and participant support. - Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to identify challenges and implement effective solutions. - Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills - Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 - Working knowledge of fundraising platforms and systems; experience with GoFundMe Pro/Classy preferred. - Experience with CRM and fundraising databases; Stratus Live preferred. - Demonstrated passion for mission-driven work. Physical & Work Environment Requirements - Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support programs and events. - This role includes travel primarily related to events (approximately 30%), which at times involves overnight stays; occasional travel for team meetings may also occur. - Event days include setting up and moving materials as well as being actively engaged on‑site for prolonged periods - Team Up event sites require moving between start areas, finish areas, and other event locations over distances of up to approximately one mile depending on the event. - Regular use of a computer for extended periods of time. CORE COMPETENCIES: - Building Collaborative Relationships - Professional Behavior - Results Driven - Customer Orientation - Flexibility You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access. Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. About Autism Speaks: At Autism Speaks, our mission is to promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together with our broad and diverse community, we strive every day to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. This mission and vision drive every member of our staff; our employees are inspired, energized and motivated by the impact we can collectively have on behalf of the autism community. Autism Speaks celebrates every success achieved to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism, and we work collaboratively across departments to find solutions that will do the most good for the most people. Just as we strive to enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow for people on the spectrum, we also aim to enhance the lives of our dedicated employees, through thick and thin. Salary & Benefits: Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit and vacation package. We also provide flex work hours, weekly training sessions, tuition reimbursement and summer bonus Fridays in addition to a creative, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, kind and fun work environment. For consideration, please forward your resume and cover letter. Autism Speaks is an employer that participates in E-Verify Salary range is $50-$60k depending on candidate’s relevant years of experience and geographic location.
Manager, Nationwide Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
• Lead the organization’s Fundraise Your Way DIY program • Develop and execute a year-round strategic plan for Fundraise Your Way • Create and manage engagement tools such as templates and social media assets • Collaborate with marketing colleagues to promote storytelling content • Identify and implement strategies to grow Fundraise Your Way • Serve as the primary relationship manager for participants • Monitor performance against established revenue and participation goals • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and efficient operations
Senior Manager Community Engagement - New Jersey and Eastern PA-Remote
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
Come join Autism Speaks as a Senior Manager, Community Engagement with responsibility in the the New Jersey and Pennsylvania area with specific focus on our New Jersey Fall Classic, Third-Party events and the ability to establish a new special event in the PA area. This position is a front-line fundraiser and ambassador for Autism Speaks and will speak knowledgeably and persuasively about the mission of the organization and the variety of ways to engage. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the autism community, and the mission of autism speaks and will thrive in a flexible environment with a kind and compassionate culture. At Autism Speaks, we remain steadfast in our commitment to being a trusted and caring resource for our community and constituents from the time of diagnosis through adult life. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Raise funds for Autism Speaks by recruiting and managing volunteers, raising awareness, soliciting corporate sponsorship and implementing fundraising and mission events to achieve revenue goals. - Achieve the revenue goals for assigned fundraising events in the Area. Current portfolio goal is $460,000 but subject to change. - Work with supervisor to establish and implement planning timelines, income goals, and expense budget and participant recruitment strategies. - Execute events in partnership with volunteer leadership, specifically managing committee recruitment and retention. - Achieve the assigned fundraising goals by implementing the strategies identified in the business plan, including sponsorship, corporate recruitment and retention and mission integration. - Support the local implementation of global campaigns of Autism Speaks sometimes in collaboration with Outreach Director for the Area. - Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned Area events, including event logistics, data entry, acknowledgements, and materials management. - Manage and provide administrative support to volunteer committees. - Make presentations to businesses, organizations and community groups to secure sponsorship, recruit teams and committee volunteers and manage accounts on a year-round basis. - Integrate digital marketing initiatives, such as email campaigns, fundraising websites, as well as other forms of digital outreach. (The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s. As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.) POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years professional working experience. Experience: - 5+ years demonstrated leadership with focus on peer-to-peer fundraising, recruitment and management of volunteers, relationship-building, networking, budget management, and volunteer mobilization. Proven track record of multi-functional fundraising experience: special events, multiple walk events, corporate campaigns. Specialized Skills and Knowledge: - Ability to work independently to recreate and implement fundraising and volunteer development plans - Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills - Organized and detail oriented - Superb customer service skills - Ability to prospect, recruit, manage and develop volunteers - Strong analytical skills - Sound judgment - Proficiency with MS Office 365 - Database knowledge (Raiser’s Edge and/or Luminate preferred) Physical & Work Environment Requirements - Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support programs and events. - This role includes travel primarily related to events, which at times can involve overnight stays; occasional travel for team meetings and conferences may also occur. - Event days include setting up and moving materials as well as being actively engaged on‑site for prolonged periods - Regular use of a computer for extended periods of time. - Must have reliable mode of transportation (automobile, valid driver’s license, and insurance is required) CORE COMPETENCIES: - Building Collaborative Relationships - Professional Behavior - Results-Driven - Customer Orientation - Flexibility You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access. Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodation will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. About Autism Speaks: At Autism Speaks, our mission is to promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together with our broad and diverse community, we strive every day to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. This mission and vision drive every member of our staff; our employees are inspired, energized and motivated by the impact we can collectively have on behalf of the autism community. Autism Speaks celebrates every success achieved to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism, and we work collaboratively across departments to find solutions that will do the most good for the most people. Just as we strive to enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow for people on the spectrum, we also aim to enhance the lives of our dedicated employees, through thick and thin. Salary & Benefits: Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit and vacation package. We also provide flex work hours, weekly training sessions, tuition reimbursement and summer bonus Fridays in addition to a creative, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, kind and fun work environment. For consideration, please forward your resume and cover letter. Autism Speaks is an employer that participates in E-Verify Salary range is $67-$80k depending on candidate’s relevant years of experience and geographic location.
Chief Financial Officer – CFO
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
• Partner with CEO, COO, Chief Clinical Officer and Board to define and execute multi-year financial strategy • Serve as primary financial advisor to ACP’s leadership team • Lead long-range financial planning, capital strategy, and scenario modeling • Support de novo expansion • Own enterprise financial performance, including P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet integrity • Oversee ACP’s analytics department • Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes • Oversee all financial operations including accounting, payroll, treasury, tax, auditing, and financial reporting • Ensure timely, accurate, and decision-useful reporting for executives and the Board • Advance a comprehensive payor strategy across all operating states
Manager, Nationwide Peer-to-Peer Programs (Remote)
Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing and funding biomedical research, supporting individuals and families living with autism, and advocating for
Autism Speaks is seeking a Manager, Nationwide Peer-to-Peer Programs to lead the execution of their TeamUp runDisney portfolio and support select TeamUp events. This role is accountable for achieving fundraising revenue goals, delivering high-quality participant experience, and ensuring consistent, well-coordinated event execution, including program components. The manager provides hands-on fundraising coaching, delivers tools and resources to support participant success and growth, tracks and reports on performance, and supports on-site event execution. Attendance and on-site participation at runDisney endurance events and designated TeamUp events is an essential function of this role. This position requires travel, extended on-site presence during multi-day events, direct participant interaction, and physical event-day support. This role is part of a collaborative, growing program and requires flexibility to pitch in across TeamUp and other peer‑to‑peer events as needed. Key Responsibilities - Serve as the primary on-site event lead for runDisney endurance events. - Manage end-to-end planning and execution of runDisney events (typically four annually), ensuring fundraising targets, timelines, and participant satisfaction goals are met. - Oversee event-related communications, engagement tools, and participant journeys for runDisney events to drive recruitment, retention, and fundraising performance. - Serve as on-site supporting staff for key TeamUp events and other peer to peer events as needed, providing in-person operational and participant support to the designated event lead to achieve event goals. - Deliver high-quality customer service by coaching and engaging a large portfolio of fundraising participants and volunteers across all stages of the fundraising lifecycle using phone, email, newsletters, virtual meetings, and social media. - Monitor performance against established revenue and participation goals (including an annual fundraising target of approximately $430,000 for the runDisney portfolio), and develop reports to track progress, identify trends, and surface risks or growth opportunities. - Support the Senior Manager in day-to-day operations and execution of strategic fundraising plans across TeamUp and other P2P initiatives. - Serve as a power user of fundraising platforms, ensuring effective utilization, data accuracy, and reporting integrity. - Oversee program timelines, communications, and engagement tools to recruit, train, and motivate participants to increase revenue for runDisney Events. - In partnership with Senior Manager, lead social media and digital engagement efforts related to all TeamUp events to increase visibility and fundraising performance. - Proactively identify, escalate, and resolve issues impacting participant experience or program performance. - Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, digital, web, and donor support teams to ensure consistent messaging and efficient operations for all events. - Manage a shared or vanity inbox and deliver responsive, high-quality customer service. (The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s. As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.) Position Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience - 5 years of experience in fundraising and working with volunteers or participants, preferably within peer-to-peer and/or endurance-based fundraising programs. Skills and Knowledge - Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously - Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service and participant support. - Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to identify challenges and implement effective solutions. - Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills - Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 - Working knowledge of fundraising platforms and systems; experience with GoFundMe Pro/Classy preferred. - Experience with CRM and fundraising databases; Stratus Live preferred. - Demonstrated passion for mission-driven work. Physical & Work Environment Requirements - Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support programs and events. - This role includes travel primarily related to events (approximately 30%), which at times involves overnight stays; occasional travel for team meetings may also occur. - Event days include setting up and moving materials as well as being actively engaged on‑site for prolonged periods - Team Up event sites require moving between start areas, finish areas, and other event locations over distances of up to approximately one mile depending on the event. - Regular use of a computer for extended periods of time. CORE COMPETENCIES: - Building Collaborative Relationships - Professional Behavior - Results Driven - Customer Orientation - Flexibility You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access. You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information. Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. About Autism Speaks: At Autism Speaks, our mission is to promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together with our broad and diverse community, we strive every day to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. This mission and vision drive every member of our staff; our employees are inspired, energized and motivated by the impact we can collectively have on behalf of the autism community. Autism Speaks celebrates every success achieved to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism, and we work collaboratively across departments to find solutions that will do the most good for the most people. Just as we strive to enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow for people on the spectrum, we also aim to enhance the lives of our dedicated employees, through thick and thin. Salary & Benefits: Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit and vacation package. We also provide flex work hours, weekly training sessions, tuition reimbursement and summer bonus Fridays in addition to a creative, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, kind and fun work environment. For consideration, please forward your resume and cover letter. Autism Speaks is an employer that participates in E-Verify Salary range is $60,000-$70,000, depending on candidate’s relevant years of experience.
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