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Responsible for managing and implementing Man Woman of the Year and overseeing Students of the Year in support of LLS’ mission, and to achieve and exceed revenue goals for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) within the Virginia chapter's chartered area. 

 

Reports to: Executive Director or other assigned staff

Supervises: May supervise assigned staff

The Virginia Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society seeks a Sr. Campaign Director to manage and implement the Man Woman of The Year campaign as well as oversee the Students of the Year campaign. In addition, the Sr. Campaign Director will work closely with the Executive Director to manage corporate relationships cross-campaign for the entire chapter.

• Implement the comprehensive strategic plan for assigned fundraising campaigns or core events which includes organizational best practices, specific revenue and expense budget, timeline, logistics, volunteer activities and recruitment, marketing, logistics and sponsorship plan for each event.
• Develop positive volunteer interactions through recruitment, mentoring, and providing comprehensive support for volunteer leadership and participants to develop and achieve personal fundraising plans, while focusing on the mission of LLS.
• Implement organizational best practices with regard to recruiting and managing high level volunteers, revenue generation activities, expense and fiscal controls and marketing/promotions and logistics resulting in chapter revenue growth and achievement of revenue goals.
• Responsible for supervising and training campaign and support staff in the delivery of special events.
• Identify target audiences and build appropriate recruitment and fundraising strategies to successfully recruit, acknowledge, and retain and upgrade event donors/participants.
• Develop and coordinate promotional activities to ensure the success of events and to enhance public awareness of LLS and its mission.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the on-going fundraising campaign/core event(s), including fundraising efficiency (cost/expense), community engagement, event satisfaction, and overall success of the campaign.
• Ensure that media, material, in-kind and cash sponsorships are secured through a coordinated plan that includes proposal development, prospect identification, cultivation, retention and recognition.
• Manage campaign materials required for the successful implementation of assigned special events including recruitment/promotional flyers and brochures, invitations, posters, training materials, pledge retrieval or motivational materials, etc.
• Assist, as assigned, in the development and implementation of other chapter activities.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the LLS's mission and programs to promote the Society's fundraising, research, and patient initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 7+ years fundraising, sales, marketing, communications or event planning experience
• Previous experience as a Campaign Director

Position Requirements: 

• Collaborate with Mission Team ensuring success of patient access, education, public policy & advocacy and research.
• Proven fundraising experience with knowledge and experience in nonprofit and volunteer management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of digital, social media & emerging online channels.
• Strong background in volunteer recruitment, management and cultivation.
• Capable of balancing multiple priorities effectively.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed to excellence.
• Capable of working well with a variety of personalities and leadership styles.
• Highly organized and professional demeanor.
• Resourcefulness, promotions savvy and problem solving acumen.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Physical demands are minimal and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.
• Work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.
• May be required to move Campaign materials weighing up to 15 pounds for various events.
• Travel up to 25%.
• Required to work evenings or weekends.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) does not accept resumes from third party recruitment/search firms. Please do not forward resumes to LLS employees or any company locations or email addresses. LLS is not responsible for any fees related to resumes not solicited by LLS Recruiting. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.