Director, Relationship Events (Gala)

Position Summary:

The Director of Relationship Events is responsible for the implementation of the two galas and its wrap around events to meet or exceed the budgeted goal through volunteer recruitment and engagement as well as through corporate development. This position will be responsible for the gala events as well as assisting with the growth and management of other corporate development initiatives per the discretion of the Executive Director. Measurable outcomes for this position include; driving volunteer and corporate engagement and revenue growth as identified in the strategic plan. This is a full-time position that reports to the Chapter Executive, and is based in Overland Park, KS office.

Responsibilities:

Essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for all aspects of the Chapter's Gala and wrap around event(s)
• Responsible for high level volunteer recruitment, training, coaching, and management resulting in the attainment of revenue and volunteer engagement goals
• Build relationships with key volunteers, participants, sponsors and community leaders as well as existing and new corporate partners
• Responsible for managing all financial aspects of the sponsor and donor fulfillment.
• Prospect, cultivate and steward Gala sponsors and donors to achieve development goals through volunteer networks
• Maintain year-round relationships with key corporate sponsors, donors and volunteers to ensure involvement in all relevant chapter activities and recognition opportunities
• Work with the volunteer planning committee to organize outreach activities that promote the Alzheimer's Association mission, including community presentations and corporate engagement opportunities
• Ensure Alzheimer Association's standards are being followed
• Responsible for other duties as assigned
• Actively participate in learning opportunities for professional growth and self- improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 3 - 5 years of proven experience in corporate fundraising and relationship building, recruiting and mobilizing volunteers to achieve goals
• 3 - 5 years of experience in galas/special events required with proven success in, special event fundraising or related activities; strong volunteer management experience essential

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Goal and detailed oriented, with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and presentation skills
• Adaptive and flexible with an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and a variety of demands
• Ability to take initiative, and to work independently as well as in a team
• Ability and willingness to travel within the assigned territory by car. Travel in this case, is considered time spent away from the office, in the community, to fulfill the job goals. While most such travel is same day, occasional overnight travel or air travel may be required. Must have valid driver's license, access to reliable vehicle, good driving record and proof of automobile insurance
• Ability and willingness to work some evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift and transport up to 25 lbs. of materials

Title: Director, Relationship Events (Gala)

Position Location: Overland Park, KS

Full Time: Based on 37.5 hours per week

Position Grade & Compensation: Grade 208 The Alzheimer's Association's good faith expectation for the salary range for this role is between $80,000 - $92,000

Reports To: Chapter Executive