Development Manager- Asheville

General Summary 
Under the supervision of the Director of Development, the Development Manager will coordinate fundraising operations for Western Carolina Chapter’s Asheville office.  The Mountain Development Manager will be responsible for managing Memory Walks including recruiting and supporting volunteers, logistical planning, cultivating teams, and securing corporate underwriting. The Development Manager will also support third party fundraising efforts and workplace giving campaigns. 

Essential Job Functions   
Major duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: identifying, recruiting, and instructing volunteers for special event committees; scheduling and staffing event planning meetings; preparing written materials such as solicitation and recruitment materials, flyers, and forms; developing budgets and maintaining accurate records on income and expenses per event; productively seeking media placement (radio, TV, print); assisting in the development and implementation of a comprehensive donor database.  Organize and implement Memory Walk in Western Carolina Chapter at multiple sites; Expand corporate underwriting for the walk; promote the entire mission of the Alzheimer’s Association, working to increase the awareness of the Association in the Chapter.

Minimum Requirements 
Bachelor’s degree required; At least 3 years leadership and fundraising experience; strong fundraising background preferred; experience in coordinating volunteers preferred; relevant experience in promotion/PR; ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and electronically to a variety of audiences; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including volunteers, staff, and external contacts; Ability to travel as needed to perform job duties. Competitive salary and benefits

Interested candidates should submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements (applications without salary requirements will not be considered) to WNCHR-DM@alz.org.