As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes.Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose : As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it .This self-starting individual is responsible for driving fundraising success for the Northern California Chapter through the Breakthrough T1D Walk and other Peer to Peer programs including Ride. Through collaboration and coordination with national and regional teams, chapter staff, and volunteer partners, the Development Manager partners with chapter leadership on a strategic approach to achieve Walk & Peer to Peer goals. This individual is responsible for managing, coordinating, and leveraging the comprehensive development areas of the chapter Walk and other Peer to Peer events. The Development Manager is an integral member of the Peer-to-Peer team and should be a strong, proactive, problem solver, that drives towards fundraising and event goals.This is a remote position. The individual must live in the Northern California Chapter territory . The expectation is that staff will be available for regular in-person meetings and other in-person gatherings. When applying, please include cover letter and resume.ResponsibilitiesServes as a key staff member in implementing the chapter’s Walk & Peer to Peer programs including Ride in Northern CaliforniaIn partnership with the Peer-to-Peer team, supports and implements the strategic plan for the success of the Walk & Peer to Peer programs of the Northern California Chapter resulting in the attainment of revenue goals of $1.5M+Manages a fundraising goal and portfolio of supporters to achieve that goalProvides management for chapter Peer to Peer community development activities that funnel donors into Peer-to-Peer programs, outreach to newly diagnosed who are interested in getting engaged, relationship building, community events, and volunteer development as these activities are essential for continued growth, reach, and increased engagement in core market areasCollaborates with chapter staff and national / regional staff to achieve the Chapter’s revenue growth in the Walk and Ride and is a pipeline driver for all chapter engagementsManages, evaluates, and expands cultivation opportunities, and stewardship that will grow the programs at all levels and ensure an extraordinary participant experience.In partnership with Sr. Development Manager, responsible for implementing a strategy to develop a people pipeline of new volunteers, community leaders, donors, and fundraisers, and proactively seeks out and identifies new leads for family, corporate and school teams, and individuals, to engage new supporters in the Walk and Peer to Peer ProgramsFollow Walk annual timeline / calendar and ensures priority activities and goals are achieved on scheduleStrategically and consistently utilizes CRM data management tool to maximize efficient and effective moves management of donor pipelineEnsures personal accountability for meeting deadlines and responding to volunteers and other department requestsFollows all SOPs, guidelines, and policies from both National and the ChapterSupport for other fundraising events, chapter activities, and programs as assignedQualificationsCollege degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceAt least 4 years of work experience including 3+ years fundraising or relevant business / volunteer experienceDetail-oriented and strong organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects, meet deadlines under pressure, problem-solve and effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment.Strong CRM database knowledge, Salesforce preferred.Must be a self-starter, with the ability to collaborate as a team playerStrong verbal and written communication. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skillsGrant writing skills desirableAbility to interface with all levels of staff and volunteersExcels in prospect research and thinking creatively to develop donor acquisition strategiesExperience in new business development and account management preferredAbility to create and manage processes that enhance efficiency of staff work while allowing for donor centricityProficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint).Familiarity with outreach activities preferredMust reside in Northern California chapter footprint and can travel to meetings and events in the Northern California geography. Occasional evening and weekend work as needed.Essential Functions :The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Additional information :Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. Breakthrough T1D will comply with all federal, state, and local laws.Breakthrough T1D supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
