National MS Society · 10 hours ago
Assistant Vice President, Endurance Events
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is dedicated to driving research for a cure and supporting those affected by MS. The Assistant Vice President, Endurance Events will provide strategic leadership for the organization’s fundraising portfolio, managing a team to maximize impact and deepen donor engagement.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for a regional portfolio of fundraising events aligned to the Society’s Endurance Events
Supervise a team of 10–18 market-based fundraisers, setting clear goals, managing performance, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Set clear expectations, delegate effectively, and ensure accountability for team performance and goal achievement
Ensure team structure and staffing are optimized for performance, balancing workloads and aligning talent to campaign needs
Provide coaching, feedback, and development support to staff at all levels, creating growth pathways and building fundraising capacity
Collaborate with Vice Presidents and regional leadership to align campaign execution with national strategy and local priorities
Monitor and analyze team performance using KPIs and CRM data to drive coaching, planning, and course-correcting strategies to ensure regional success
Partner with Individual Giving and Corporate Partnerships teams to deepen donor relationships, activate sponsors, and grow revenue from institutional funders
Champion innovation, cross-team collaboration and operational efficiency by encouraging idea-sharing and adopting best practices across markets
Represent the region and campaign at organizational meetings and collaborate cross-functionally to advance strategic goals
Qualification
Required
3+ years' experience managing a team
Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes
Proven ability to align regional strategies with national campaign goals and drive event-based fundraising growth
Experience using data analytics and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) to inform decisions and improve campaign outcomes; able to communicate data and set direction to team
Demonstrated success managing complex event portfolios, budgets, and logistics with strategic innovation
Strong leadership skills, including coaching, performance management, and workload balancing across teams
Skilled in donor stewardship and relationship management, in partnership with individual giving and major gifts teams
Experience growing and activating corporate sponsorships through strategic partnerships and collaboration
Track record of identifying revenue opportunities through effective prospecting and donor engagement
Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence in fundraising processes and participant experience
Effective communicator with the ability to foster cross-functional collaboration and inclusive team culture
Resilient and solutions-oriented leader who adapts well to change and thrives in fast-paced environments
Preferred
Preferred location(s): CA, CO, OR, UT, WA
Benefits
Paid Time Off Plan
Paid Holidays
401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
Commuter Benefit Plan
Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Disability Coverage
Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching
Additional voluntary benefit offerings
Company
National MS Society
The National MS Society's vision is: A World Free of MS.
Funding
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