Development Manager (Fundraising)

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is a leading healthcare nonprofit organization like no other. For decades, we have been taking major steps and pioneering new ways to advance the mission to find a cure for cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives by funding research and drug development, partnering with the CF community, and advancing high-quality, specialized care.

We are the global leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis and nearly every CF drug and therapy available today was made possible because of CF Foundation support. We did this not only for the close to 40,000 people living in the U.S. with CF – and the estimated 105,000 people worldwide – but for the people with CF and families who have worked tirelessly to support the mission.

These achievements have required dedication and unwavering commitment from a talented team of CF Foundation employees. We promote an environment that attracts -- and retains -- a diverse group of talented people who are passionate about eradicating this disease . Join us and you will join an amazing team, devoted to our community, and our mission.

Position Description

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CF Foundation) and its employees embrace their commitment to its core values.  These core values are the pillars on which the CF Foundation stand and will continue to sustain us as we move forward.

• Keep sight of what really matters:  Our decisions are based on what is best for people with cystic fibrosis and their families.

• Aspire for excellence in all we do:  We take pride in our work. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement.

• Stronger together:  We collaborate and work together so that we can learn more and achieve more.

• Innovate with courage:  We embrace challenges. We reach beyond boundaries in pursuit of our vision.

• Care about our people:  We deeply care about each other and all who support our shared mission. We listen with respect. We support one another.

We are a nonprofit, donor-supported organization that has raised and invested billions of dollars to help develop cystic fibrosis therapies that have changed the lives of people with this disease.  Nearly every CF medicine available today was made possible because of Foundation support.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Responsible for managing special events and programs with oversight by Executive Director, Associate Executive Director, or Senior Development Director. Responsible for generating revenue while implementing best practices that are in compliance with defined Foundation policies and procedures. Responsible for renewing, cultivating, and upgrading assigned committee members, team leaders and sponsors. Helps to identify prospects for new development and assigned events. Carries out responsibilities in a manner that supports a collaborative, donor centric culture. 

In all aspects of their role, the Development Manager strives to deliver quality results in a manner that is respectful and supportive of others and to help build a strong team environment that fosters creative and innovative ways to improve the lives of those with CF and their families.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fundraising

• Accountable for revenue of assigned events.

• Assists with developing fundraising plans and event budgets designed to achieve growth over prior year (primarily I and M events, community events and 3rd party events, but may vary depending on the chapter).

• Ensures key fundraising best practices are followed and key performance benchmarks are achieved.

• Cultivates, stewards, and renews corporate sponsors, committee members, event honorees, fundraising participants, and team leaders.

• Recruits and trains volunteers for assigned events.

• Works to deepen engagement and enhance involvement of existing volunteers.

• Plans, implements, and attends key committee meetings and events.

• Identifies and assists with cultivation of prospects for all chapter events, programs and campaigns including annual fund, major giving, and regional/national corporate participation.

• Secure venues and negotiates contracts with ED/AED/Sr. DD supervision.

• Seeks underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items for assigned events and other chapter events as needed.

• Assists in recruitment of day-of volunteers and supports event logistics as assigned.

Education/Service

• Raise awareness