JDRF is the leading global organization focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people’s lives until we achieve a world without T1D. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners and is the only organization with the scientific resources, policy influence and a working plan to bring life-changing therapies from the lab to the community. As the largest charitable supporter of T1D research, JDRF has invested nearly $2B in research over the past 45 years and is sponsoring scientific research in 17 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.jdrf.org

As a JDRF team member, you can look forward to interesting and challenging work, building strong relationships with fellow staff and our network of volunteers, and having a meaningful impact on the lives of everyone affected by this devastating disease.

The North Florida Chapter plays a vital role in JDRF’s success. With annual revenues of around $1.3 Million, the Chapter is one of six chapters in Florida and a perennially strong performing JDRF Chapter. The Chapter has a strong Board of Directors as well as volunteers who are actively engaged and passionately support JDRF.

The JDRF North Florida chapter, based in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking candidates for a Development Manager to oversee the planning, development, cultivation and stewardship of JDRF North Florida’s annual Miracles Gala. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented, fundraising professional to be involved in one of North Florida’s largest and most successful gala events. The Development Manager will help ensure that the Miracles Gala is positioned for significant, sustainable growth in a manner that allows donors and volunteers to exceed their JDRF related goals.

The Development Manager will also have primary responsibility planning and supporting the JDRF Community One Walk in Tallahassee (spring), TypeOne Nation in Jacksonville (winter) and provide recruitment and support for JDRF Your Way events (volunteer led fundraisers) and the in-office intern program.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the lead staff member in the planning and implementation of the Annual Miracles Gala. Collaborate with an outstanding team of local staff as well as national/regional staff resources to ensure the Chapter’s growth and success, discuss best practices, and share new ideas.
• Lead the development and delivery of chapter signature event fundraising strategies and key performance indicators, benchmarks and best practices in the areas of fundraising, donor, volunteer and guest experience.
• Analyze all gala revenue streams, including local sponsorship, Fund A Cure and auction to maximize fundraising capacity.
• Identify, build, and steward relationships with community, civic and corporate leaders as an integral part of volunteer and donor prospect development and engagement in JDRF activities. 
• Manage and continually develop assigned volunteer committees providing leadership, cultivation, acknowledgement, material support, and assistance in building and implementing fundraising committees.
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records for areas of responsibility, and help ensure that the logistics and budget/timelines are met. 
• In coordination with the Executive Director and Corporate Development Committee, identify and cultivate new corporate partners for the Miracles Gala, the Tallahassee Community One Walk, TypeOne Nation and JDRF North Florida Chapter as a whole.
• Lead the management and marketing of the Miracles Gala, TypeOne Nation and Tallahassee Community One Walk program to all participants.
• Identify and cultivate potential new board members. Make recommendations about volunteer leadership development opportunities to the Chapter Executive Director.
• Assist in identifying, cultivating and stewarding fundraising sponsors and major donors.
• Ensure personal accountability for meeting deadlines and responding to volunteers and other department requests.
• Identify, build, and steward relationships with community, civic and corporate leaders as an integral part of volunteer and donor prospect development and engagement in JDRF activities. 
• Utilize social media to increase visibility and promote programs and events.
• Input and use donor management systems daily including CRM (Salesforce), Greater Giving and Luminate Online (Training provided for these but must be willing to use the systems).
• Be passionate about the JDRF mission and ambitious on maximizing potential.

• Four+ years of fundraising experience or relevant business/volunteer experience. CFRE a plus.
• Knowledge of both special event and non-event fundraising activities (major gifts, stewardship, etc.) is a must.
• Must be a self-starter while also being collaborative and an amazing team player!
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers.
• Significant computer literacy. 
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to travel locally required.  Occasional evening and weekend work required as needed.

JDRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.