The Development Specialist is responsible for supporting the Development team with the administration and implementation of tasks that support fund development. They will collaborate with other employees and volunteers to advance all the strategic goals of the Alzheimer’s Association. Will support fundraising activities throughout the state.

Responsibilities:

Essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist staff with day-to-day tasks that support fundraising, community engagement and volunteer recruitment/management activities, including customer relationship management.
• Prepare a variety of documents (e.g. correspondence, agendas, minutes, reports, etc.) to communicate information and/or create documentation in paper and/or electronic format.
• Develop, input, and maintain information in appropriate computer software programs including Excel, Google Suite and a CRM system.
• Handle report generation, including manipulating data from multiple systems.
• Handle financial tasks, including paying invoices and others as needed.
• Cultivate relationships with diverse groups of partners including volunteers, staff, vendors, volunteers, and association leadership.
• Develop event and meeting materials as needed including signage, brochures, invitations, postcards, etc.
• Submit online donation requests with the assistance of Development Managers.
• Represent association at various fundraising events, volunteer and committee meetings, and conferences.
• Performs other duties (or functions) as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Non-Profit Management or equivalent experience required.
• 2-3 years of experience in sales, marketing, peer-to-peer fundraising or administration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated success in working independently and managing multiple projects
• Experience in volunteer development and management, public relations, donor cultivation and relations, corporate sponsor cultivation and relations a plus.
• Ability to support the mission, vision, and values of the Alzheimer’s Association and abide by applicable standards of conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload to meet deadlines and achieve performance objectives.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to problem-solve issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse communities and demonstrate inclusiveness
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS) Suite applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint specifically), with intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel and database use required. Fluency in Google Suite and basic graphics programs a plus.
• Ability to analyze data and present in written and oral form.
• Ability to lift maximum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel occasionally throughout the Wisconsin Chapter Area.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends occasionally as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, good driving record and proof of automobile insurance.

Title: Development Specialist

Position Location: Milwaukee, WI

Full time or Part time: Full Time

Position Grade: 204

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.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.

At the Alzheimer's Association®, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity - meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia.

The Alzheimer’s Association is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.

Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.