The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), is a private, non-profit national organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. CCFA sponsors basic and clinical research of the highest quality, offers a wide range of educational programs for patients and health care professionals, and provides supportive services to patients and family members.
CCFA seeks an entrepreneurial-spirited Endurance Manager based in Atlanta, GA for the Georgia Chapter. This position will be responsible for all aspects of marketing the Team Challenge endurance half marathon fundraising event in this area with support from local and national staff. Additionally, this position works with each individual participant to ensure their fundraising success. Project management and marketing backgrounds are highly desirable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develop and implement grassroots marketing plan to generate interest in the Team Challenge program
- Implement public relations and media involvement in marketing the Team Challenge program
- Strategize and implement tactics designed to drive up participation, increase fundraising and retain participants in the Team Challenge program
- Recruit and manage volunteers helping to motivate and support them in achieving their fundraising and training goals.
- Coordinate and implement logistics for event weekend and assigned special events
- Provide elements of fundraising materials required for successful implementation of campaign
- Coordinate and implement public awareness of CCFA, Team Challenge and our mission
- Prepare and maintain assigned campaign correspondence records and statistical reports as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Skilled in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Sales/marketing and/or fundraising experience
- Ability to work some nights and weekends
- Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities effectively
- Attention to detail – strong and written verbal communications
- Public speaking required
- Travel is required during some weeknights and weekends. Required to work two Saturday mornings per month to attend group training sessions
- Team player
- BA/BS Degree
