National Director – Distinguished Events
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National Director overseeing development and execution of distinguished events for the ALS Association. Responsible for strategic direction, collaboration, and achieving revenue targets across various events.
Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the Senior Director, Field Development, this pivotal role is responsible for enterprise-wide vision, strategic direction, growth plan and market coaching of gala, golf, CEO Soak and leadership events across the country.
- Ensure team goal achievement through the effective leadership, engagement, empowerment and mobilization of diverse partners, constituents, and volunteers.
- Play a critical role in supporting field teams through organizational change, particularly in unstaffed markets, by guiding development operations and ensuring effective local implementation of national strategies to sustain the long-term success of the Distinguished Events program.
- Responsible for leading the comprehensive strategic plan for the organization's distinguished events, aligning them with the overall mission and goals.
- Accountable for the achievement of a revenue target of approximately $4 million annually across all distinguished events, including but not limited to: golf, gala, CEO Soak and other leadership events.
- Conduct thorough market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities in event management and incorporate them into strategic planning.
- In partnership with territory leadership, monitor expenses, track financial performance, and provide regular reports to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
- Create event-specific objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), benchmarks and metrics to measure the success of each event.
- Guide and partner with Regional Vice Presidents and Managing Directors of Development to coach and hold accountable their teams to ensure seamless execution and exceptional attendee experience.
- Coordinate with internal teams to establish event timelines, budgets, and logistical requirements.
- Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to develop effective, streamlined marketing strategies and promotional campaigns; and leverage digital platforms and technology to expand event reach and engage a broader audience.
- Work with field leadership to provide feedback, training needs, and ongoing coaching to enhance team members' skills.
- Additional responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Develop and manage overall department budget ensuring fiscal responsibility and efficient allocation of resources.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree (BA or BS) from four-year college or university and/or commensurate experience
- Seven to ten years development experience including experience in non-profit event and fundraising management experience is a must
- Experience building and executing large-scale distinguished events
- Team Player who can interface with all levels of staff and volunteers
- Must develop, maintain, and utilize relationships effectively
- Leader who can foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and professional growth
- Strong practical foundation in building fundraising programs, consisting of staff orientation, training, stewardship and motivation in a local, regional or national management role
- Proven track record of strategic planning, budget management, volunteer management and team building
- Must exercise good judgement and know when to seek input from supervisor
- Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills
- Able to work through others to accomplish goals
- Able to work successfully in a diverse team environment
- The ability to travel up to 25% of the time and work occasional nights and weekends for Association business and conferences
Benefits:
- Healthcare benefits
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Well-being benefits
- Paid time off
- Several paid holidays
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