Senior Manager, Events

American Cancer Society

. Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of a $400,000+ event fundraising portfolio .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in event fundraising strategy, planning, and execution, with a strong focus on relationship building and revenue generation. Proven ability to manage logistics, budgets, and cross-functional partnerships to deliver high-quality event experiences.

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Event Fundraising StrategyRelationship DevelopmentProject ManagementRevenue GenerationVolunteer Engagement

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Hard Skills

Event FundraisingBudget ManagementLogistics CoordinationPerformance MonitoringRevenue Optimization

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingInfluencing SkillsCustomer OrientationMulti-Priority Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Donor EngagementSponsor ManagementVolunteer LeadershipCommunity PartnershipsEvent Execution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of a $400,000+ event fundraising portfolio
Drive revenue through donor, sponsor, and volunteer leadership engagement
Deliver high-quality event experiences
Build and manage relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners to achieve revenue goals and grow engagement
Lead event fundraising logistics, budgets, vendor coordination, and experience delivery
Develop strategies to grow revenue, participation, and donor pipeline
Align event participants and partners with broader organizational engagement opportunities
Monitor performance against goals and optimize revenue and return on investment
Coordinate cross-functional partners for successful event delivery and brand alignment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree required
2 years successful experience in fundraising and relationship development
Demonstrated success driving revenue through relationship building and volunteer engagement
Strong project management and event execution skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Effective relationship-building, influencing, and communication skills
Strong customer and donor experience orientation
Candidates must be located and reside in the Mobile, AL market

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off policy
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Retirement benefits
Wellness programs
Professional development programs to enhance staff skills