Fundraising Coordinator

The successful team player must have previous fundraising/sales experience.  The ability to organize and implement community fundraising programs, prospect corporate sponsors and work with volunteers is essential.  The candidate must possess excellent oral and written skills.  College degree is preferred and bilingual candidates are a plus.

The Muscular Dystrophy Association is a voluntary health agency -- a dedicated partnership between scientists and concerned citizens aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a million Americans. 

MDA combats neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive medical and community services, and far-reaching professional and public health education.  With national headquarters in Tucson, MDA has 190 offices across the country, sponsors 230 hospital-affiliated clinics and supports nearly 400 research projects around the world.

Job Description

As a salaried Fundraising Coordinator, your duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Plan and coordinate special events and fundraising programs like golf tournaments, social events and other community programs, including the MDA Stars Across America Labor Day Telethon.

Prospect and solicit corporate sponsors, coordinate volunteer events and interact with client families.

Local travel, some evening and weekends are required.

Candidate must have reliable transportation.

Benefits: MDA is a progressive employer offering competitive benefits, including:

Internal career path

Medical - comprehensive PPO plan

Dental-comprehensive PPO plan

Life/Disability/Accident/Travel Insurance

Travel reimbursement

403(b) savings plan

Paid vacation days (including new employees)

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Paid personal days

Additional information:  Please specific salary requirements.

Position type:  Full time salaried position

No candidate will be considered who resides outside the area listed.

No agencies please.