Community Director, Fargo, ND at Fargo

Job Description

Job ID: 1568

Position Description:
This position will implement and manage cost-effective fundraising activities to assist the local business unit attain its financial goals. This is a sales position. This position acts as liaison between the March of Dimes, its volunteers, and the local community. Is responsible for recruiting, training and managing high-level volunteers as well as corporate participation and sponsorship within that community.

Position Responsibilities:
Recruit, orient, train, and monitor performance of volunteers that meet the established fundraising goals. Develop a successful business plan using the organizations core business tactics to reach this goal.

Develop strong networks within the local community, event sponsorships, volunteer opportunities and to increase March of Dimes visibility and brand awareness.

Prepare and maintain accurate records/data to evaluate cost-effectiveness and public awareness of events.

Develop and implement events to recognize, reward, and motivate successful volunteers to ensure ongoing commitment.

Position Requirements:
1 to 3 years of prior related work experience, preferably in sales event fundraising in a not-for-profit setting.

Should be able to demonstrate successful fund raising experience including knowledge of sales best practices and current trends.

Excellent computer skills including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook scheduler.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills required Strong interpersonal and presentation skills required; grow local contacts and build and nurture effective business relationships to increase March of Dimes visibility, brand awareness, volunteer staff and revenue.

Detail oriented, adaptable, organized and demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks.

Must successfully complete a credit and criminal background check

Must be able and willing to travel throughout assigned geographic area and to work evening; mornings and weekends as necessary.

Job Requirements

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Country: USA, State: North Dakota, City: Fargo, Company: March of Dimes Foundation.