American Lung Association · 12 hours ago
Development Coordinator
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$47K/yr - $51K/yr
1+ years expThe American Lung Association is dedicated to improving lung health and preventing lung disease through various initiatives. They are seeking a Development Coordinator to work with the Special Events team to coordinate fundraising events and achieve revenue goals through volunteer recruitment, participant coaching, and logistics management.
AssociationHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Together with the Development Team, implement the area development plan through special events and other revenue sources
Coordinate planning for fundraising or stewardship events. Prepare reports as required. Execute the constituent engagement plan using various electronic systems
Work together with members of the events team to meet or exceed annual revenue goals. Participate in the creation, planning and implementation of new and existing projects
Coordinate and oversee event logistics: develop and monitor event project timelines and implementation. Negotiate with vendors to achieve favorable prices that ensure adherence to established budget. Prepare and monitor ongoing event progress reports
Recruit, coordinate and coach community event team captains and volunteers. Cultivate relationships and effectively engage volunteers. Work with the Development team to increase event participation and revenue. Serve as liaison for customer service and troubleshooting for signature events and internal kickoffs
Serve as location lead for the development of event websites and content updates, utilizing ALA best practices, software and guidelines
Coordinate the implementation of e-communications, mailings for local activities
Work with the Marketing and Communications department to create and disseminate special events promotional materials
Oversee the utilization of ALA databases and e-commerce platforms, Convio & ROI, serves as special events lead on ROI
Complete special projects assigned by the Director of Development
Qualification
Required
Superb organizational and time management skills with an excellent attention to detail and independent follow through in a fast-paced environment
Strong computer skills with website communication, social media and database systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A team player with a positive attitude; comfortable working with all levels of staff
Must have a valid Driver's license with the ability to travel within assigned area 30% of the time for meetings and conferences, as well as the flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends with some overnights required
Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. (event supplies)
Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke-free workplace; all employees must abstain from tobacco use in any form, including vaping
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in marketing or related field
One or two years of peer-to-peer experience
Benefits
Paid Leave - 10 vacation days in the first year (15 days thereafter), 2 personal days and 15 sick days per year, as well as 12 company-paid holidays per year. We also offer Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees.
Insurance - Employees (and their eligible dependents) can enroll in our medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as voluntary plans for critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, short-term disability and supplemental life/AD&D insurance. Employees will be enrolled in company-paid life/AD&D and long-term disability Insurance coverage.
Retirement Plan - Eligible employees can participate in our 401(k) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, which offers matching employer contributions (up to 4%) and year-end discretionary non-elective contributions.
Company
American Lung Association
American Lung Association aims to save lives by improving lung health through research, education, and advocacy.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.1MKey Investors
Stupski Foundation
2025-08-14Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Harold Wimmer
President & CEO
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Laura Scott
CFO
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