The Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF) is not a traditional research foundation. We operate as a patient-centered drug discovery engine for NF, a group of genetic conditions that cause tumors to grow on nerves affecting 1 in 2,000 individuals. We operate by accelerating the full continuum of scientific discovery, from basic research through translation to clinical trials and approved treatments — while empowering patients and building the financial infrastructure to support that journey. We catalyze progress by uniting academia, industry, regulators, and patient advocates around shared goals.
Development Manager
Location
United States
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$50K - $65K / year
Seniority
Lead
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Development Manager
Children's Tumor Foundation
Role Description Responsible for managing and implementing Cupid’s Undie Run (CUR) as the primary program, and supporting Walk programs in specific cities and communities nationwide to meet and exceed revenue goals in support of CTF’s mission. - Implement organizational best practices with regard to recruiting and managing high level volunteers, active fundraising team management, sponsorship, expense and fiscal controls, marketing/promotions, logistics and risk management resulting in revenue growth and achievement of CUR and Walk budget goals. - Provide input into the development of a strategic plan for the fundraising campaign(s), including: - Reviewing, creating/enhancing and implementing best practices for achieving fundraising goals - Budget recommendations - Active team management - Volunteer engagement - Event planning - Marketing/communications - Timelines - Manage and oversee an annual budget for assigned markets and events. - Evaluate the effectiveness of the ongoing CUR and Walk events, including: - Fundraising efficiency (cost/expense) - Community engagement - Event satisfaction - Overall success of the event - Suggest and implement improvements - Ensure overall Development revenue goal is attained by acting as Peer to Peer Gift Officer and collaborating with Donor Relations and Individual Giving Teams to optimize and build the Major Gifts and High Net Worth prospect pipeline from Walk and CUR campaign participants. - Develop positive volunteer interactions and relationships through recruitment and mentoring, and provide comprehensive support for Lead Volunteers (CUR Event Directors and Walk Directors) and participants to develop and achieve personal fundraising plans, while focusing on the mission of CTF. - Collaborate with local volunteers to identify and network with corporations, community groups, schools, and key donors to engage their support of CTF fundraising campaigns. - Ensure an Event Day plan is in place with Key Lead Volunteers, including: - Overseeing registration - Cash handling - Venue set up - Implementation of program and activities to ensure satisfaction of participants and resolution of problems - Partner with the Senior Director of Development on the development and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising incentives/rewards strategy, including participant communications plan and fulfillment. - Maintain communications timeline and ensure website calendar of events is current. - Maintain a working knowledge of CTF’s mission and the capability to educate others on our goals, in order to promote fundraising, research, and patient initiatives. - Conduct annual review of each city and its Lead Volunteers. - Additional duties as required. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Business, Nonprofit Management or related subject. - Minimum of 4 years experience with national nonprofit event-based peer to peer fundraising or managing a portfolio of $800,000 or more. - Minimum 4 years experience managing leadership volunteers and committees. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Enthusiastic, self-motivated, resourceful and committed to excellence. - Experience giving presentations to multiple audiences. - Demonstrated knowledge and use of digital, social media & emerging online channels. - Capable of balancing multiple priorities effectively and meeting deadlines. - Highly organized with strong attention to detail. - Customer service driven approach. - Demonstrates the ability to learn new systems, processes, and ways of working in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based environment. - Knowledge of Google Workspace, Salesforce and Classy. Requirements - Required to attend events and work evenings and weekends as needed. - Extensive travel required. - Light lifting and some physical activity may be required. Company Description The Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF) is not a traditional research foundation. We operate as a patient-centered drug discovery engine for NF, a group of genetic conditions that cause tumors to grow on nerves affecting 1 in 2,000 individuals. We operate by accelerating the full continuum of scientific discovery, from basic research through translation to clinical trials and approved treatments — while empowering patients and building the financial infrastructure to support that journey. We catalyze progress by uniting academia, industry, regulators, and patient advocates around shared goals.
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