Fundraising Specialist (Remote)

The physical location for the candidate selected must be within the contiguous United States.  

WHO WE ARE

Susan G. Komen brings a 100% virtual working environment, and you can work anywhere within the U.S. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach and public policy initiatives to make the biggest impact against this disease.

Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment, and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!

What you will be doing in the role of a Fundraising Specialist

The Specialist serves as a member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will play a key role in the implementation of a year-round fundraising program. The Specialist will assist in reaching the community development revenue goals.

The key fundraising program and focus of the Specialist will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk and Race for the Cure: the signature events for Susan G. Komen and will also include ancillary events such as and not limited to DIY and third-party events. This will include recruitment, retention and cultivation of teams, fundraisers, survivors / those living with metastatic disease. 

What you will bring to the table

• Expected to meet weekly outreach, fundraising, recruitment and outreach goals. 
• Utilize resources and materials for training and resource needs as developed. 
• Maintain an ongoing pipeline of fundraising participants. 
• Ensure best practices are implemented. 
• Deliver regular status reports to drive relationship building, fundraising and recruitment.  
• Deliver stellar relationship management and be an effective team player as part of the overall relationship to Komen.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the Susan G. Komen mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.
• All other duties as assigned.    

We know you have and will be able to

• Have 1-2 years experience in peer-to-peer fundraising events, corporate partnerships and employee engagement preferred. 
• Strong recruitment skills and demonstrated ability to …