Director, Gala & Constituent Events

The Director of Relationship Events is responsible for the implementation of the Denver Purple Gala and its wrap around event(s) to meet or exceed the budgeted goal through volunteer recruitment and engagement, corporate development and individual donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. This position will be responsible for the Denver Purple Gala event as well as assisting with the growth and management of other corporate and individual relationship development initiatives per the discretion of the Vice President, Development. Measurable outcomes for this position include: driving volunteer and corporate engagement and revenue growth as identified in the strategic plan. This is a full-time position that reports to the Chapter’s Vice President, Development, and is based in the Denver, CO office.

Relationship Events

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of the Chapter’s Gala and wrap around event(s)
• Responsible for high level volunteer recruitment, training, coaching, and management resulting in the attainment of revenue and volunteer engagement goals
• Build relationships with key volunteers, participants, sponsors and community leaders as well as existing and new corporate partners
• Responsible for managing all financial aspects of the sponsor and donor fulfillment.
• Prospect, cultivate and steward Gala sponsors and donors to achieve development goals through volunteer networks
• Maintain year-round relationships with key corporate sponsors, donors and volunteers to ensure involvement in all relevant chapter activities and recognition opportunities
• Collaborate chapter executive director, vice president, development and region donor advisor on individual donor development plans
• Work with the volunteer planning committee to organize outreach activities that promote the Alzheimer’s Association mission, including community presentations and corporate engagement opportunities
• Ensure Alzheimer Association’s standards are being followed
• Responsible for other duties as assigned
• Actively participate in learning opportunities for professional growth and self- improvement

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Goal and detailed oriented, with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and presentation skills
• Adaptive and flexible with an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and a variety of demands
• Ability to take initiative, and to work independently as well as in a team

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of five to seven years of proven experience in corporate fundraising and relationship building, recruiting and mobilizing volunteers to achieve goals
• Demonstrated ability to form and develop relationships and partnerships
• A minimum of five to seven years of experience in galas/special events required with proven success in, special event fundraising or related activities; strong volunteer management experience essential
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Title: Director, Gala & Constituent Events

Position Location: Denver, CO

Full time based on 37.5 hours per week minimum

Position Grade: 208 Exempt (Estimated Annual Salary $65,000 - $75,000)

Reports To: Vice President, Development

Who We Are

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum we are building in dementia research - our investments today will lead to breakthroughs tomorrow.

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A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.

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