EVP Development and Corporate Sponsorship

Direct and expand the chapter’s sponsorship relationships and income, all other corporate alliance activities including cause-related marketing programs, workplace giving programs, licensing and retail marketing initiatives and programs.

• Serve as a chief strategist to develop a long-term growth plan for sponsorship and other corporate alliances for the chapter.
• Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, recognize and steward corporate prospects and donors and manage a portfolio of key corporate donors/prospects
• Research, identify and recommend a range of philanthropic and marketing-related strategies to ensure that MS Society partners with corporations and other external organizations whose brand values are consistent with the organization.
• Develop and administer benefits to corporate donors; tailor specific sponsorship pitches for targeted industries.
• Oversee successful chapter events and staff in both the mass market and special events, and major gifts to ensure successful against budget.
• Work with Board members and event committees to ensure each event’s development potential is maximized.
• Oversee staff in a highly developed major giving team. Research and identify new major gift prospects including corporations; build and maintain productive relationships with these prospects with the ultimate goal of soliciting and closing major gifts for both unrestricted and restricted funds.
• Assist Chapter President and VP of Major Gifts in building and maintaining relationships with top current and prospective donors.
• Oversee the use and maximization of the primary donor management system which includes ensuring accurate database of donors, relationships, donations, campaigns, corporate outreach, sponsors, events, etc.
• Oversee donor management system staff training and support, reporting, syncing with other systems, and maintain relationship with system management.
• Serve as chapter liaison to NMSS regional and national structure
• Facilitate and participate regional and national projects and planning teams
• Ensure the chapter’s voice is heard at regional and national level, facilitate communications between region, home office, and chapter
• Monitor chapter performance related to region and nationally
• Support the mission of the chapter by attending and participating in seven hours of mission-related programs throughout the year.
• Maintain a basic knowledge of MS, including research and programs.
• Serve as a good steward of all chapter resources – time, money, equipment and materials.
• Ensure the chapter meets all home office guidelines and certifications within areas of responsibility
• Uphold the community-held ethical standards for fundraising.
• Serve as liaison to home office in area of expertise. Participate in home office and regional initiatives and other development efforts as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years of experience in development and management.
• Strong corporate connections and networking skills in the Metro New York area.
• Exceptional writing, communication and oral presentations skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time.
• Knowledge of non-profit fundraising best practices, standards and ethics. including social media
• Ability to construct, articulate and implement a strategic development plan.

The NYC/SNY Chapter offers a competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package. To apply please submit resume, cover letter, with salary history/requirements.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting a diverse pool of candidates. EOE/M/F/D/V.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position or to see other employment opportunities with the National MS Society please visit our online Career Center using the web-link below. We no longer accept mailed, faxed, or e-mailed resumes. Please apply for positions directly through our website. Only those candidates deemed most qualified will be contacted to interview. EOE M/F/D/V

http://www.nationalmssociety.org/about-the-society/careers/index.aspx

Job Type: Development/Fundraising
Organization Type: Nonprofit Organizations