Parkinson's Foundation Midwest · 6 days ago
Regional Advancement Coordinator, Midwest Region
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Remote
Entry Level
$50K/yr - $60K/yr
2+ years exp
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Allison Liefer
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Regional Advancement team to develop and execute communications for the Region’s development, education, and outreach efforts, including writing and distribution.
Assist the Regional team with email blasts, mailings, and phone calls.
Lead the Region’s volunteer interest program by connecting with volunteers, orienting them to PF volunteer opportunities, managing their onboarding, and linking them to local Chapter staff.
Secure venues and manage logistics for regional events and attend regional events as needed.
Order and manage collateral materials related to events, including marketing materials, signage, t-shirts, and incentive prizes.
Secure vendor contracts, permits, and handle invoice payments for events.
Manage Chapter websites, event registration pages, event calendars, and general Chapter inbox communications for the Chapters in the Region.
Develop and execute a Region-wide social media plan, manage platforms for all chapters, create content, manage ads, and stay within the advertising budget.
Create marketing materials for the Region events such as flyers, event signage, graphics, and postcards, including small design work and distribution.
Prepare materials for meetings, including calendar invitations, agendas, PowerPoint presentations, new member paperwork, and record meeting minutes.
Process data entry requests and pull mailing lists and reports from the Raiser’s Edge and Luminate Online databases.
Coordinate functional partnerships and online logistics with giving bodies or campaigns that support regional fundraising (e.g., United Way offices, regional Giving Days).
Source and secure in-kind sponsors.
Assist with business and sponsor research and compile lists of market data for regional outreach.
Provide temporary coverage for Chapter staff vacancies as needed.
Submit a weekly progress report outlining meaningful progress on priorities.
Actively seek opportunities to address community needs and positively impact the local community while advancing the mission, goals, and values.
Ensure the proper use, management, security, and upkeep of equipment and documents.
Stay informed about National Office activities and properly utilize available resources. Attend organization meetings on camera unless otherwise approved.
Maintain knowledge about Parkinson’s disease and the Foundation’s strategic plan and operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with at least 2 years of fundraising, event planning, or administrative experience, preferably within a non-profit organization.
Self-motivated, focused, detail-oriented, and goal-oriented.
Possess and exhibit a professional, outgoing, friendly, and positive attitude, with the ability to relate well to diverse populations and age groups.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Organized, timeline-driven, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Discretion, tact, empathy, and proactive and intuitive people skills.
Comfortable with phone communication and engaging on digital platforms.
Accurate and effective communication and motivation skills.
Experience with social media and website navigation.
Accurate and detailed data entry skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, database, and spreadsheet management.
Ability to lift at least 20 lbs. from the ground to waist level, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to travel throughout the Chapter and region as needed, with reliable personal transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Capacity to work evenings and weekends as needed, while adhering to core business hours.
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package is included
Company
Parkinson's Foundation Midwest
The Parkinson’s Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase
