Chapter Engagement Manager (Non-Profit Fundraising)

Multiple Openings (must live in one of designated locations below):

• Texas Territory – San Antonio, Dallas, AustinMid-Atlantic Territory – Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Baltimore
• Chesapeake Territory – DC, Richmond, Hampton Roads
• Central Midwest – Ft Wayne, Cincinnati, Indianapolis

Position Overview: The Community Manager is accountable for all volunteer management and planned activities for their 3 or 4 assigned chapters that encourage, promote, and achieve successful volunteer engagement, community relations, and ambitious revenue goals. The community manager is the “face” of our organization, the first point-of-contact for our chapter constituents within their home territory. They forge strong relationships, provide information about local resources, and share scientific advancements that assist individuals through their personal journey.

The Foundation chapter network brings people together across the country to join in fighting blinding retinal diseases. Our chapters focus on three key areas: education, resources, and revenue.

Primary Responsibilities: The following are representative of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position and are not meant to be an all-inclusive list

• Develop, nurture, support and grow 3–4 volunteer chapters whose primary objectives are raising money through special events, sponsorship partnerships, and individual giving programs, outreach, and education for chapter membership
• In partnership with Regional Director, develop strategic plan with milestone activities and measures of success
• Recruit, train, and engage a strong slate of volunteer leaders for chapters, walks, special events for all chapters within territory
• Facilitate accessible chapter activities in person and video conference that increase Chapter Engagement and revenue for the territory.
• Work in partnership with volunteer leadership, Foundation Science Team, community groups, and/or professional organizations to provide science and resources information
• Facilitate 2-Chapter Engagement events per chapter each fiscal year; coordinate regular leadership meetings; develop and deliver opportunities for volunteer development and training
• Organize volunteer driven socials/networking meetings to help strengthen community and identify new chapter members
• Increase the effectiveness of chapters and chapter leadership in recruiting and retaining members, generating Foundation revenue, and developing on-going opportunities and activities for volunteers
• Collaborate with VisionWalk and Event teams to create and implement strategic plans ensuring events meet their budgeted goals, with a target to increase year-over-year revenue
• Plan existing annual events such as VisionWalks, dinner galas, wine tastings, golf tournaments, etc., developing accurate and reasonable timelines (with deadlines, benchmarks) and budgets that are attainable yet aggressive; oversees budget, expense tracking, and event reporting
• Works in coordination with VisionWalk team and volunteer committee to select site and date of VisionWalk and other events and kickoffs
• Recruit and manage active volunteer fundraising committees for budgeted events; lead planning meetings in partnership with VisionWalk and event specialists
• Create and nurture an environment intended for growth; own the success of VisionWalks and Special Events
• Identify opportunities for new VisionWalks and Special Events
• Develop a portfolio of significant relationships and corporate partnerships in the chapter communities, (i.e., low vision specialists, local businesses, city officials) representing the Foundation as an on-the-ground ambassador; identify and cultivate new sources of support
• Make presentations to businesses, organizations and community groups to secure sponsorships, recruit teams, and committee volunteers; steward relationships throughout the year
• In collaboration with internal teams, implement business plan strategies, including sponsorship, professional outreach, corporate recruitment, and developing relationships with affinity organizations
• Manages volunteer and donor retention, recognition, and pipeline development, with a focus on high impact relationships and key volunteer leadership roles
• Establish meaningful and trusted relationships with functions across the organization; collaborate with peers to support events, coordinate resources, maximize the donor experience, achieve market fundraising goals, and increase overall engagement with the Foundation
• Support Regional Directors in the roll out, training, and adherence of new and existing practices, as well as recruiting and acclimation of new staff members
• Actively utilize donor database to capture donor information, identify (re)engagement opportunities, capacity for philanthropic giving, and for miscellaneous reporting.
• Identify uniqueness of each chapter and provide guidance and support to capitalize on opportunities and manage challenges to ensure maximum success
• Manages the storage unit for all community collateral.
• Learn the science to effectively communicate this information; share information, insights, and organizational impact

Requirements Include:

• Must have 3+ years demonstrated success in collaborating with volunteers and building volunteer groups, networks, or chapters of a non-profit organization
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; Proven ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and of varying physical and cognitive proficiencies
• Ability to travel require—anticipate 20–25%
• Must be able to work flexible week, including evenings and weekends
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Enthusiastic, takes initiative, and has strong follow-up skills
• Strong fiscal management skills, including budget preparation, planning, analysis, decision making, and reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and databases such as Salesforce, Virtuous, Raisers Edge or similar; contact, activity tracking and other reports.
• Proven track record in fundraising desired
• Valid driver’s license with driving record acceptable to Foundation Fighting Blindness insurance carrier
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID; requires documentation of vaccinations

Position Specifics:

• Home-based, must reside in defined territory, relocation not provided
• The budgeted starting salary Range: $68,000–$75,000. This range is what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. The range considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: geographic markets, business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience, training, licensure, and certifications.
• Annual Incentive Bonus Eligible: 5%
• Monthly Technology Stipend Provided
• Full-time, Flexible schedule with some evening and weekends required
• Reporting to Regional Director; No direct reports
• 20–25% travel

For consideration, send your resume with a letter of interest to HR@fightingblindness.org. Within the subject line of your email include the specific Territory for which are applying.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• volunteer management: 3 years (Required)
• CRM software: 2 years (Required)
• Fundraising: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote