Development Coordinator

Reporting to the Associate Director of Development, the Development Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing new and existing fundraising events, programs, and campaigns to support the UMDF mission. The Development Coordinator will focus on soliciting corporate support, organizing, and empowering volunteers to raise funds to achieve and/or exceed revenue goals.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic, self-starter who possesses excellent communication skills, proven fundraising experience, an aptitude for problem-solving, and an ability to multi-task daily. UMDF is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and motivated individual who has proven volunteer leadership, management, and organizational skills. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and possess experience in special event fundraising and relationship management.

This is a full-time and remote-based position including some nights and weekends, with seasonal travel required.

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with supervisor to establish and implement timelines, revenue and expense budget, and participant recruitment strategies for special events with an emphasis on the Energy for Life Walkathons
• Achieve revenue goals for events with a strong focus on Energy for Life Walkathons
• Develop, lead, and execute grassroots outreach plans to support program and fundraising goals
• Execute Energy for Life Walkathons in partnership with volunteer leadership, specifically managing walk committee recruitment and team retention

· Coordinate and lead Energy for Life Walkathon training for each committee as needed via webinars, in-person training and over-the-phone training

· Organize and schedule Energy for Life Walkathon calls and meetings via webinar on a monthly basis to ensure excellent communication with the walk committee for overall walk success

· Recognize, reward, and motivate successful volunteers to ensure ongoing commitment

• Work to achieve the Energy for Life Walkathon goals through best practices, including corporate development, team recruitment and retention, media outreach, and year-round communication plans
• Develop and lead special events and activities to ensure participation from and engagement with the current base of affected patient families, supporters, and ambassadors
• Work with supervisor to implement volunteer recruitment and development strategies
• Develop and manage relationships with corporations, schools, and other community partners
• Coordinate and maintain local communication via a variety of vehicles: phone, mailings, website, and social media
• Promote events and activities via UMDF website calendar of events, UMDF e-blasts, and social media outlets

• Create and participate in new opportunities to expand UMDF’s reach including meeting potential supporters and generating new contacts; ensure base-building goals are met
• Steward and build relationships with patient families, corporate partners, fundraisers, and volunteers

• Maintain accountability in accordance with administrative systems by the deadlines assigned including but not limited to: expense reimbursements, credit card reconciliations, invoices, reports, timecards, and performance status reports
• Other duties as assigned

UMDF RELATIONSHIPS:

Key Internal Relationships: Director of Development, Associate Director of Development, and other departments

Key External Relationships: Special Event Chairs and Committees; Fundraising Teams and Walkers; Corporate Partners and Prospects; Day of Event Volunteers

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

· 5+ years’ work experience specifically related to fundraising and special events with walkathon experience preferred

· Proven record of working with volunteers, including grassroots organizing and volunteer mobilization

· Preferred experience in working remotely from a home office with proven success in reaching or surpassing financial goals and supporting the organization’s mission