Development Manager

  • Full-time

Company Description

JDRF is the leading global organization focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people’s lives until we achieve a world without T1D. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners and is the only organization with the scientific resources, policy influence and a working plan to bring life-changing therapies from the lab to the community. As the largest charitable supporter of T1D research, JDRF has invested nearly $2B in research over the past 45 years and is sponsoring scientific research in 17 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.jdrf.org.

JDRF’s Illinois chapter, based in Chicago, is the largest of JDRF’s chapters around the country. The Illinois Chapter has a strong Board of Directors as well as volunteers who are actively engaged and passionate supporters of JDRF.

As a JDRF team member, you can look forward to interesting and challenging work, building strong relationships with fellow staff and our network of volunteers, and having a meaningful impact on the lives of everyone affected by this devastating disease.

Job Description

Summary

Looking for a great career opportunity where you can change the world? Join a team of five Peer to Peer (P2P) managers to support the JDRF Illinois P2P Programs (including the JDRF One Walks, Ride to Cure Diabetes, Team JDRF, schools fundraising, and DIY fundraising). The Development Manager supports the overall strategic direction and management of the One Walk. This individual manages a portfolio of 250+ corporate and family teams and is responsible for raising budgeted revenue through the JDRF One Walk. The Development Manager also supports all aspects of the One Walk including corporate sponsorship, marketing, volunteers and event logistics, as well as assigned responsibilities for the other P2P programs. Under the direction of the Director, Peer to Peer Programs, and in partnership with the National Walk Team and volunteer leadership, contributes to the overall $5 million P2P Program fundraising goal.

The Development Manager works with the entire chapter team to ensure that fundraising and non-fundraising priorities of JDRF grow through increased corporate, family and volunteer involvement.

Responsibilities:

  • In partnership with the Director, Peer to Peer Programs, develops a comprehensive participant and donor relations strategy.
  • Manages recruitment, fundraising and stewardship of all participants in assigned portfolio.
  • Meets registration and fundraising goals for returning and new family, corporate and school teams.
  • Provides fundraising coaching expertise to assigned portfolio focusing on fundraising best practices and tactics, helps accessing and using fundraising tools and motivation for success.
  • Supports corporate sponsorship efforts including renewals, identifying prospects, creating and delivering proposals, executing benefits and engaging company employees in team participation.
  • Develops a communications plan to engage and steward all participants utilizing email, phone calls, texting, etc.
  • Participates in the development and execution of marketing and promotional plans for all P2P programs to help identify new prospects for the Peer to Peer Programs and Illinois Chapter.
  • Coordinates the recruitment, engagement, stewardship and deployment of volunteers that support JDRF through committees, office projects and event day activities.
  • Maintains detailed accounts of teams, committees and donor relationships
  • Strategically and consistently utilizes CRM data management tool to maximize efficiency and effective tracking of donor pipeline.
  • Collaborates with national/regional staff resource teams and other JDRF chapters to discuss best practices and share ideas.
  • Maintains a good understanding of JDRF’s mission and research efforts.
  • Supports and demonstrates commitment to the vision, mission, priorities and guiding principles of JDRF. Understands and serves as a key staff member in implementing the strategic direction and purpose of the chapter.
  • Supports other fundraising events, chapter activities and programs as assigned.

Qualifications

  • 4 years of successful P2P fundraising experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • Ability to work on projects independently and have strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects, meet deadlines, problem-solve and multi-task.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong public speaking/presentation skills.  
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and relationship building skills. Ability to build rapport with participants, donors, volunteers and the public.
  • Enjoys working on a team and is adaptable. Sense of humor a plus!
  • Computer literate with experience in CRM (Luminate Online, Salesforce preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite. 
  • Ability to work some nights and weekends to support all Peer to Peer programs and chapter events.

Additional Information

To protect the health and safety of our employees, all new hires are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by September 7, 2021.  The only potential exception to this rule is for applicants who cannot be vaccinated due to a disability or sincerely held religious belief.

JDRF values diversity and inclusion and is committed to creating an environment in which everyone feels welcomed, supported, and respected. JDRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.