Manager, Nationwide Peer-To-Peer Programs

Join Autism Speaks as the Manager, Peer to Peer Programs! This position is responsible for executing the strategic plan for peer-to-peer programs including school initiatives and the newly created Summit Challenge. The Manager, Peer-to-Peer Programs, will drive daily operations of assigned peer-to-peer programs while providing support, resources, and training to the field staff. Individual will work from home and can be located anywhere in the United States, in close proximity to an airport.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for the autism community and the mission of Autism Speaks and will thrive in a flexible environment with a kind and compassionate culture.
At Autism Speaks, we remain steadfast in our commitment to being a trusted and caring resource for our community and constituents from the time of diagnosis through adult life.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Support the National Director to operationalize and execute a year-round strategic plan for the Autism Speaks Peer-to-Peer Program.
• Serve as strategy lead for all fundraising operations for the Summit Challenge program and peer-to-peer school activations.
• Serve as the subject matter expert in all aspects of assigned programs, including partnering with IT, marketing & communications, digital, and data support.
• Create and conduct the staff training programs for the Summit Challenge and school initiatives
• Alongside the National Director, work directly with the event production vendor for the Summit Challenge and partner with Area staff for execution.
• Manage the fundraising app operations for assigned programs, working directly with the vendor, creating promotional materials, deploying benefits  and activity tracking, and training field staff.
• Implement and manage the incentive program for assigned peer-to-peer programs, including sourcing and vendor management.
• Partner with the Sr. Director of Field Operations to deploy the centralized-support strategy and identify tools and processes that will enhance the Field’s fundraising activities.
• Manage all vanity email inboxes and provide best-in-class customer service.

(The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive.  Other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s.  As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.)
 
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 
 Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience:

• 5+ years demonstrated success in peer-to-peer fundraising position.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledgeable of fundraising systems and software, Blackbaud Luminate preferred
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written), as well as strong presentation skills  
• Excellent project-management skills  
• Good decision-making and problem-solving skills  
• Critical thinking skills to identify issues, concerns and problems and development of implementable solutions  
• Proficiency with Office 365 (intermediate level)  
• Database skillset (StratusLive preferred)  
• Demonstrated leadership skills  
• Ability to diplomatically engage with a variety of personalities in a positive manner. 
• Ability to work autonomously with little daily supervision 
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as necessary
• Ability to travel nationwide

CORE COMPETENCIES: 

• Building Collaborative Relationships 
• Professional Behavior 
• Results Driven 

• Customer Orientation 
• Flexibility 

You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access.
Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
About Autism Speaks:
At Autism Speaks, our mission is to promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together with our broad and diverse community, we strive every day to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. This mission and vision drive every member of our staff; our employees are inspired, energized and motivated by the impact we can collectively have on behalf of the autism community.
Autism Speaks celebrates every success achieved to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism, and we work collaboratively across departments to find solutions that will do the most good for the most people. 
Just as we strive to enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow for people on the spectrum, we also aim to enhance the lives of our dedicated employees, through thick and thin.
Salary & Benefits:
Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit and vacation package. We also provide flex work hours, weekly training sessions, tuition reimbursement and summer bonus Fridays in addition to a creative, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, kind and fun work environment.
Salary range is $60,700 -$75,900, depending on candidate’s geographic location and relevant years of experience. 
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