Temporary Development Specialist, Walk MS

WHO WE ARE:

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting-edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward. We partner with volunteers to accomplish our work. Staff members engage volunteers through effective and timely communications, facilitating meaningful opportunities, and continually seeking and providing feedback for reciprocal growth and learning.

This is a temporary position, expected to last from January 2024 - May 2024.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Development team as a Temporary Development Specialist, Walk MS.

The Temporary Development Specialist, Walk MS is an ambassador for the National MS Society alwaysstriving to engage participants and volunteers with the mission.

The Temporary Development Specialist, Walk MS will manage an event portfolioof participantsand teams for Walk MS in order to achieve fundraising goals and ensure a positive event experience.

The Temporary Development Specialist, Walk MS will cultivate positive relationships with event participants, teams, volunteer committees, and corporate and community supporters.

The Temporary Development Specialist, Walk MS supports the implementation and successful execution of fundraising campaigns for local Walk MS events. This position provides support and coaching to individual participants, teams, and top fundraising clubs to ensure fundraising goals are met.

Responsible for the recruitment, engagement, cultivation, and retention of Top Fundraisers, teams, and individual participants for assigned portfolio of Walk events.

• Works with Development leadership to support the execution of the Walk MS operational plan that focus on acquisition, retention and cultivation of top fundraisers, teams, participants, sponsors, etc.
• Manages mid-level portfolios that include teams, top fundraisers, participants, sponsors, volunteers, etc.
• Actively participate in committee meetings, recruitment, kick-off and recognition events
• Develop strong networks within the local community, cold call, and grow prospects for potential revenue and volunteer opportunities; increase Walk MS visibility and brand awareness.
• Collaborate with the market staff to implement successful team fundraising and recruitment weeks to maximize these efforts.
• Regularly monitor the performance of the fundraising portfolio to ensure timely responsiveness to new registrants, to recognize fundraising and recruitment milestones and to maximize retention.
• Leverage mission-related resources to engage participants during the year and motivate increased fundraising.

Facilitates Volunteer Engagement for fundraising and event experience in the assigned event revenue portfolio

• Cultivates volunteers, seeks and provides feedback and shares opportunities for reciprocal growth and learning.
• Collaborates with key staff to maximize engagement and results of committees to increase outreach, acquisition and awareness
• Encourage volunteer involvement on the part of teams and participant's connections to enhance the efforts and expand team/participant engagement with the Society.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science preferably in non-profit management, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing and/or Business
• 6 years in event management and building relationships will be accepted in lieu of degree.

Minimum Experience:

• At least 2 years of related experience, preferably in non-profit fundraising, events, or volunteer management
• Ability to collaborate effectively with others to accomplish goals and objectives
• Ability to build productive relationships with participants, volunteers, donors, and colleagues
• Must be a strong team player
• Professional demeanor; excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to the mission, vision, cultural values, and expectations of the National MS Society

Technical/Other:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook
• Competency to work with multiple data systems and tools
• This position will be required to drive/travel on Society business. Candidate must possess a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation. The Society does run motor vehicle checks for all positions which require driving and the applicant must meet the Society guidelines

Compensation and Benefits Info

Estimatedhiringcompensation range for this role is $27/hour.This temporary position is from January 2025 - June 2025. Final offers are based on candidategeographic location and will take into consideration candidate's career experience. Final offers may vary from this range due to theseand otherfactors.

The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS.

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