Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network · 1 day ago
National Walk Director
Bethesda, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
7+ years expThe Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN) is dedicated to supporting individuals impacted by bladder cancer through education and community initiatives. They are seeking a National Walk Director to lead and grow their Walk to End Bladder Cancer, ensuring successful event execution and revenue growth for educational and research programs.
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Responsibilities
Logistical lead for all BCAN Walks nationwide
Manage Walk income and expenses to track progress and achieve revenue goals for scheduled Walk fundraising events
Review and analyze data to set goals, refine approach, and maximize participation
Develop a multi-year plan to prioritize and cultivate top walkers, teams, and sponsors
Manage BCAN Walk leadership committees and serve as the point of contact for all local market coordinators/committees
Oversee administration of the BCAN Walk program including accounting, finance, budget and database operations
Develop and manage materials and oversee local Walk leaders and Walk expectations
Support Walk site leaders in hosting support events, including kick-off events, post events, third party fundraising events, etc
Develop and analyze post-event surveys to ensure best practices
Develop and implement a three-year strategic plan to show significant revenue growth in BCAN’s Walk to End Bladder Cancer
Research, monitor and analyze other events in the Peer-to-Peer Walk/Run category to understand best practices that we can replicate or grow on a national scale
Develop and implement annual operational plan that includes detailed budget, team development, corporate development, volunteer development and logistic plans
Recommend volunteer and staff structure that supports the Walk strategic plan
Hire, train and manage staff who support Walk initiatives
Serve as a mentor for other development colleagues and support their roles within Walk
Identify new target markets for expansion and create pilot plans to test new BCAN Walk models
Collaborate closely with BCAN leadership to access and grow local relationships in pilot markets that significantly enhance the BCAN Walk experience, awareness and revenue potential
Manage national Walk partners and their sponsorship benefits
Support staff in cultivating top-level family and company fundraising walk teams
Identify new sources of revenue including sponsorship and cause-related marketing opportunities stemming from team captains' professional affiliations and connections
Support staff and local volunteers to develop and sell local sponsorships
Collaborate with BCAN’s Vice President of Development and other leadership at BCAN to develop and implement a national and local sponsorship program
Develop and manage annual incentive programs
Coordinate and serve as a liaison to physicians and medical professionals to help promote the Walks to End Bladder Cancer
Coordinate with BCAN’s Vice President of Development, Fundraising Manager, and other BCAN staff and consultants to ensure sponsorship deliverables and volunteer coordination
Partner with BCAN’s Vice President of Communication and Marketing to manage an annual BCAN Walk marketing plan
Identify target audiences and build appropriate marketing strategies to recruit, acknowledge and retain event participants and sponsors
Develop a marketing and promotional plan to enhance the visibility and increase community awareness and participation in the BCAN Walk
Partner with BCAN’s Marketing and Communications team and professional consultants to support media and awareness of BCAN’s Walk
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of seven years of experience in event management and fundraising
Minimum of five years of experience in a Peer-to-Peer Walk campaign with a proven track record of growth, preferably with a major non-profit. National level experience preferred
Fluency in web-based fundraising platforms is required. Convio Team Raiser/Raiser's Edge and Luminate Online preferred
Significant skills in planning, budgeting, and volunteer development
Outgoing, energetic, with strong written, verbal and problem-solving skills
Diplomatic and able to work well under pressure
Capable of building and sustaining relationships with a variety of individuals and organizations. Navigates volunteers and situations with grace and decorum
Organized, detail-oriented, responsive to deadlines, and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed
Travel is required during Walk season and other times throughout the year (approximately 15%)
Benefits
Paid time off
Retirement plan contributions
Medical
Dental
Vision insurance
Company
Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network
The Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network provides education & support programs for those living with bladder cancer.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Andrea Maddox-Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Robert Demske
Chief Development Officer (CDO)
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