Development Manager - East

United States·Fort LauderdaleFull Timemid

Development ManagerConstruction & Real Estate

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Key Responsibilities

Division Support Provide technical support for event online platforms and tools, to ensure seamless and effective execution of event initiatives. Track campaign metrics, revenue,

Requirements Summary

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, business administration,

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Development ManagerConstruction & Real Estate

The American Lung Association has an excellent opportunity for a Development Manager. Working as a member of the Development department, you will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission: to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education, and advocacy.

The Development Manager leverages peer-to-peer experience to provide essential administrative, operational, and logistical support to the market development team, ensuring the smooth execution of fundraising special events. This role offers the flexibility to support field teams experiencing staffing gaps, maintaining event execution and revenue momentum. The position will support markets within the Eastern half of the country and requires up to 30% travel to assist with market coverage and event execution.

This role can be based in Buffalo, NY, Charleston, SC, Charlotte, NC, Columbus, OH, East Hartford, CT, Philadelphia, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, Fort Lauderdale, FL, Framingham, MA, Independence, OH, Jacksonville, FL, Louisville, KY, New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Providence, RI, Detroit, MI or Tampa, FL. This position supports development teams in our Eastern Division and will be a combination of in-person and virtual work.

Responsibilities

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Division Support

→Provide technical support for event online platforms and tools, to ensure seamless and effective execution of event initiatives.
→Track campaign metrics, revenue, and expense reports as needed to support informed decision making and operational efficiency.
→Assist with processing campaign related vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to organizational standards.

Field Campaign Support & Coverage

→Serve as a flexible, interim local staff member for markets during staffing gaps, ensuring operational continuity including, but not limited to, execution of corporate sponsor deliverables, participant and volunteer recruitment, coaching, and event logistics.
→Assist with managing essential event-related tasks to ensure fundraising outcomes during peak event periods or staffing transitions.
→Support the recruitment, training, scheduling, and communication of event-day volunteers
→Travel as required (up to 30%) to provide on-site support for markets experiencing staffing gaps during pre-event and event-day periods.
→Collaborate closely with nationwide Development team and Market Leads to maintain revenue goals, donor engagement, and seamless transition periods.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, business administration, or related field
A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Peer-to-Peer Event fundraising
Ability to step in to all aspects of event execution with little direction
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with fundraising and donor management platforms such as Blackbaud, Luminate Online, and other tools used by staff and event participants
Technical aptitude with event platforms, CRM systems, and data entry tools
Must have a valid Driver’s license and your own reliable transportation with the ability to travel within assigned area 30% of the time for meetings and conferences, as well as the flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends with some overnights required.
Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. (event supplies)
Consistent with its mission, the American Lung Association maintains a smoke-free workplace; all employees must abstain from tobacco use in any form, including vaping.
Familiarity with event planning and volunteer coordination
Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising practices and donor stewardship

What We Offer

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The American Lung Association is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the American Lung Association to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or physical and/or mental disabilities, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

It is the policy of the American Lung Association to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or physical and/or mental disabilities, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies in all employment actions including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, corrective actions, terminations, compensation, benefits and training.