Advancement Coordinator, Mid-Atlantic Chapter

The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global Parkinson's community. The Parkinson’s Foundation is seeking a goal-oriented and self-motivated professional for the position of Advancement Coordinator for the Mid-Atlantic Chapter. This position serves as a critical member of the Mid-Atlantic Chapter team in the implementation of the mission through fundraising events, corporate development, education and outreach and volunteer development. The Advancement Coordinator will provide support to the Mid-Atlantic Chapter team in their goal to cultivate partnerships and alliances that will promote growth and awareness in DC, VA, W. VA, MD, & DE. Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Fundraising – 60% • Supporting the implementation and growth of peer-to-peer fundraising events throughout the chapter alongside other fundraising events throughout the year. • Provide leadership of assigned Chapter development events in partnership with the Advancement Director. • Prioritize relationships and tasks that lead to revenue development goals for assigned fundraising events and in support of the overarching Chapter revenue goal. • Work with event participants to maximize the potential of their participation through weekly in-person meetings, virtual visits and/or in office meetings. Provide customer service to Chapter constituents and event participants including support of registration, coaching and stewardship of these individuals and corporate partners. • Lead recruitment of new participants and constituents into Chapter based events. • Lead event volunteer efforts to recruit and steward ample volunteer support for each Chapter event. • Lead all logistical details for fundraising events including vendor partnerships, event permits, contracts, invoicing and expense management. • Research and solicit sponsorship and media prospects for fundraising events in the Chapter. • Order collateral materials related to the Chapter fundraising events including marketing materials, signage, t-shirts, incentive prizes giveaways, etc. • Track and report revenue and team numbers for the Chapter. Provide weekly written updates on revenue progress. • Attend networking events and programs where staffing is needed. Chapter Support – 40% • Secure event space and speakers for Chapter events. • Lead and support promotion and recruitment efforts for Chapter events. • Attend community events to represent and present on behalf of PF. • Prospect and establish communication with chapter community partners. • Work closely with the Chapter staff to develop and execute communications for the Chapter’s events including event and chapter website, social media and email communications. This includes writing and distribution. • Update donor records in the database. • Process data entry, pull mailing lists and reports from the Raiser’s Edge database. • Prepare materials for meetings (Calendar Invitations, Agendas, PowerPoint presentations, new member paperwork etc.) and attend various board and committee meetings and record meeting minutes. • Coordinate marketing materials such as holiday cards, business cards, letterhead, etc. • Actively seek opportunities to address community needs and positively impact local community while advancing the mission, goals and values. • Keep abreast of National Office activities and properly utilize the resources available. • Be knowledgeable about Parkinson’s disease and the Foundation’s strategic plan and operations. • Assure proper use, management, security and upkeep of the equipment and documents. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications • High school diploma and minimum of 2 years’ fundraising or event experience, preferably within a non-profit organization. • Self-motivated, goal-oriented team member. • Ability to work cooperatively in team environment. • Possess and exhibit a professional, outgoing, friendly, fearless and positive attitude. • Focused, organized and detail oriented. • Employ discretion, tact and empathy, proactive and intuitive people skills. • Comfortable spending majority of time on the phone and engaging on digital platforms. • Exceptional verbal communication and motivation skills. • Communicate accurately and effectively using email. • Experience with social media and website navigation. • Accurate data entry skills. • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, database and spreadsheet management. • Must have reliable personal transportation and an active driver’s license. • Ability to lift at least 20 lbs. from the ground to waist level, with or without reasonable accommodation. • Ability to travel throughout the Chapter and region as needed, with reliable personal transportation and a valid driver’s license. • Capacity to work evenings and weekends as needed, while adhering to core business hours. • Demonstrates the organizational values of excellence, teamwork, collaboration, integrity, positivity, dedication and responsiveness. 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