Director, Signature Events

National MS Society

. Lead planning and execution of high-impact donor events, including galas, luncheons, auctions, and social fundraising events .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • Utah • United StatesLead💰 $70,000 - $79,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and event planning, with a strong focus on achieving revenue goals and cultivating relationships within the community. Proficient in utilizing CRM systems for data analysis and performance tracking to enhance fundraising efforts.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fundraising Strategy DevelopmentDonor Relationship ManagementEvent Planning and ExecutionCRM Proficiency (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce)Data Analysis for Fundraising

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Hard Skills

FundraisingDonor RelationsProject ManagementData AnalysisMulti-Channel Fundraising CampaignsMajor Gift SolicitationDonor Pipeline ManagementEvent CoordinationStewardship ProgramsGrant Proposal Execution

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCommunity EngagementInspiration and Motivation

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsCampaign Dashboards

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit ManagementCorporate SponsorshipsFundraising GoalsDonor ActivationCommunity Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning and execution of high-impact donor events, including galas, luncheons, auctions, and social fundraising events
Achieve campaign revenue goals through corporate sponsorships, table and ticket sales, donor activation, and major gift solicitation
Serve as the market’s lead fundraiser for assigned campaigns, prioritizing donor cultivation and revenue outcomes
Translate national models into compelling local experiences aligned with brand, budget, and mission objectives
Partner with the AVP to report on pacing, surface risks, and adjust execution to achieve goals
Coordinate frontline activity and support peer fundraisers in execution
Use CRM and campaign dashboards to inform decisions, track performance, and improve tactics
Support coordination of fundraising activity among peer staff, including silent auctions, donor outreach, and table hosts
Cultivate relationships in the community, attend events, and support local initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field
4+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit development
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals
Demonstrated success managing donor pipelines, cultivating major gifts, and executing multi-channel fundraising campaigns
Strong leadership and project management skills
Experience supervising staff or volunteers and coordinating cross-functional initiatives
Proficiency in CRM systems such as Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce
Data analysis skills for strategy and reporting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to engage and inspire donors, board members, and community stakeholders
Ability to develop and implement long-term fundraising plans aligned with organizational goals
Experience planning and executing donor events, stewardship programs, and grant proposals

Benefits

Comp & perks

Considerable Paid Time Off Plan
Paid Holidays
401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
Commuter Benefit Plan
Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, and Disability Coverage
Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching
Additional voluntary benefit offerings
Career development opportunities through Talent Portraits, including clear expectations, development opportunities, and advancement paths