Chapter Engagement Manager (non-profit)
Company: Foundation Fighting Blindness
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Company Summary : The Foundation Fighting Blindness Inc. has one
clear objective: -accelerating therapeutic advances for the
treatments and cures of rare genetic diseases of the retina. These
diseases, which affect more than 10 million Americans and millions
more throughout the world, often lead to severe vision loss or
complete blindness.
Collaborating with preeminent scientists, the Foundation has funded
breakthroughs in gene therapy, stem cells and bionic retinas. -Over
the past five decades, the Foundation has raised more than $856
million to fund research studies in both academic and industry labs
worldwide.
Position Summary : -We are currently seeking a Chapter Engagement
Manager for our South region, who will provide support and guidance
to an assigned group of chapters in the region. Chapter Engagement
Managers are accountable for developing a chapter environment that
engages local leadership and encourages, promotes, and achieves
successful engagement, fundraising, and resources in the community.
The position reports to the Director, Chapter Engagement.
Position Specifics:
- - - - - - -Home-based, located in NC, SC, or AR; relocation is
not provided
- - - - - - -Full-time, some evening and weekends required
- - - - - - -Salary: high-$60k, Exempt
- - - - - - -Annual Incentive Bonus Eligibility: up to 5%
- - - - - - -Technology allowance: $110/mo.
Essential Responsibilities Include:
1. Execute an in-market plan to grow the chapter community within
assigned geography by developing, nurturing, and growing 5-7
grassroots chapters whose primary focus is providing resources,
raising funds, and building engagement
2. Increase the effectiveness of chapters and chapter leadership in
recruiting new members, retaining members, generating revenue, and
developing on-going opportunities and activities for volunteer
engagement in the region
3. -Build a portfolio of significant relationships and partnerships
representing the Foundation as an on-the-ground ambassadors in a
defined geography
4. - -Provide integrated levels of support and interaction with
donors and volunteer leadership in collaboration with
development/events staff and volunteers. Serve as the key liaison
to volunteer leadership in the region
5. - -Facilitate chapter meetings (science and resources
presentation) and coordinate leadership meetings via conference
calls and in-person as designated by the Chapter strategy;
encourage volunteer driven coffee socials or other member
opportunities in each market to help identify new chapter members
and will provide continued engagement
6. Mentor volunteer leaders and serve as a collaborative leader. A
strong partner collaborating with volunteers to identify and
cultivate individuals, corporations, and foundations to help grow
the base in the region and increase revenue which would consist of
face-to-face meetings in market as determined by your supervisor
market strategy
7. - -Prepare budgets, forecasts, and projects, as well as accurate
and timely plans, consistent with the strategic plan
8. - -Actively utilize the database containing donor records and
historical gift and family information
9. Develop and deliver opportunities for volunteer development and
training
10. -Working with other FFB staff, participate in the development
of regional and fundraising activities that support volunteer
development, training, and participation. In collaboration with
staff identify new chapters and continue strengthening existing
Chapters
Required Qualifications
1. - - - - 5+ years successful record in the volunteer or special
event management which includes identification, solicitation and
stewardship of volunteers and donors; non-profit fundraising
experience preferred.
2. - - - -Demonstrated examples of ability to collaborate, motivate
and lead as well as partner successfully with staff, board,
volunteers, high level donors and regional staff in creating new
giving opportunities
3. - - - -Must reside in assigned market
4. - - - -Strong fundraising ethics and respect for confidentiality
of volunteer and donor information
5. - - - - Excellent interpersonal, and strong verbal and written
communication skills
6. - - - -Highly organized, meticulous with details, and able to
manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced
environment
7. - - - -Initiative-taking, enthusiastic and have strong follow-up
skills
8. - - - -Fully proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel,
and Outlook)
9. - - - -Experience and proficient with databases
10. -Up to 20% travel required
11. -Must be able to work flexible week
12. -Must possess valid driver's license with driving record
acceptable to FFB insurance carrier
13. -Must be fully vaccinated for COVID; requires documentation of
vaccinations
For consideration: Please provide a cover letter explaining your
experience with volunteer and/or event management. Send resume with
cover letter and salary expectations to
HR@fightingblindness.org.
We are one team collectively committed to driving research until
the entire spectrum of retinal degenerative diseases is eradicated.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits, as well as an
incredibly dynamic team to work with!
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