Events & Fundraising Manager - Boston

About the Role

Internal title: New England Regional Manager

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) is expanding our team and seeking an experienced and community-driven team member to lead local fundraising, program engagement, and outreach efforts in the Boston area. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience planning and executing peer-to-peer fundraising events, charity walks/runs, and volunteer-driven community initiatives.

As the lead for NOCC’s Boston Together in TEAL® Run/Walk, you will build relationships with survivors, families, caregivers, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners while driving fundraising growth and creating meaningful event experiences. You will also connect survivors and their families with NOCC’s programs and services, helping build a supportive local community.

This is a remote position with regular in-person event responsibilities. Must reside in Boston or the surrounding area. To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to careers@ovarian.org.

Key Responsibilities

Run/Walk Fundraising & Event Management

• Lead planning and execution of NOCC’s annual Together in TEAL® Run/Walk fundraising event.
• Develop and implement local peer-to-peer fundraising strategies to achieve revenue goals.
• Manage all event logistics, including venues, permits, vendors, timelines, signage, supplies, and day-of coordination.
• Recruit and steward sponsors, volunteers, donors, teams, and community partners.
• Support participant recruitment, team captain engagement, and retention efforts.
• Track event revenue, sponsorships, and participant activity to monitor progress toward goals.

Community Outreach & Mission Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with survivors, caregivers, healthcare partners, and community organizations.
• Represent NOCC at local outreach events, awareness initiatives, and community programs.
• Help lead monthly virtual support groups alongside trained volunteer facilitators.
• Coordinate at least one annual in-person educational or survivor-focused program.

Volunteer Leadership

• Recruit, train, and support volunteers for fundraising events and community outreach activities.
• Lead volunteer committees and event-day teams.
• Foster strong volunteer engagement and recognition efforts.

Local Marketing & Communications Support

• Manage and moderate a local Facebook community group.
• Customize branded materials using approved Canva templates and organizational guidelines.
• Collaborate with local media and community partners to promote events and awareness initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit event management, peer-to-peer fundraising, or community programs.
• Direct experience planning and executing charity walk/run events or similar large-scale fundraising events, is strongly preferred.
• Proven success in managing volunteers, sponsors, and donor relationships.
• Strong project management with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable with public speaking and representing the organization in the community.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proficient in Canva, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace; CRM experience preferred.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.

About NOCC

Since 1991, the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) has been dedicated to saving lives through ovarian cancer prevention, cure, and support, providing education, support programs, and awareness initiatives nationwide. NOCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and provide accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).