Fundraising Events Coordinator, Southeast

Fundraising Events Coordinator, Southeast Reports to: Senior Development Director, Southeast Position Status: Full-time, (exempt or non-exempt) Location: Remote within the Southeast with preference in Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NC The Parkinson's Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson's disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience, and passion of our global Parkinson's community. The Parkinson’s Foundation is seeking a goal-oriented and self-motivated professional for the position of Fundraising Events Coordinator. This position serves as a critical member of the Southeast team to oversee peer-to-peer (P2P) and third-party fundraising initiatives such as year-round Parkinson’s Champions DIY participants, local volunteer-supported endurance races, and Parkinson’s Revolution, an annual indoor cycling event. The Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, managing, and executing third-party events, with a primary focus on increasing funding, participation, and awareness. This regional role will support Southeastern states — FL, GA, KY, TN, NC, SC, LA, MS, and AL — and requires the ability to travel within the region as needed. This remote position offers excellent work-life balance in a flexible work environment, contributing to a meaningful mission and cause. The ideal candidate must be passionate about fundraising events and possess strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Fundraising – 65%
• Effectively recruit, empower, coach, and support volunteers and participants in their fundraising efforts to achieve overall revenue goals
• Manage multiple markets throughout the Southeast concurrently, quickly adapting to the unique characteristics of each market and fundraising program to optimize revenue generation and community engagement.
• Proactively pursue new opportunities to start DIY events, Revolution rides, and enhance our endurance event engagement.
• Achieve fundraising benchmarks for P2P and third-party fundraising programs.
• Customer Service – 20%
• Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure timely communications for event participants and volunteers.
• Support website inquiries and offer guidance on fundraising tools.
• Create support materials and guides to assist volunteers and participants.
• Build strong working relationships with key volunteers, donors, and participants.
• Logistics – 5%
• Assist volunteers with the coordination of event logistics and day-of-event preparation.
• Guide volunteers and participants throughout the event process.
• Edit program scripts, update content, and secure speakers for events.
• Marketing and Communications – 5%
• Update, customize, and create marketing materials.
• Spearhead outreach, communications, and promotional efforts to boost event participation.
• Ensure up-to-date event information is added to websites.
• Administrative Support – 5%
• Maintain event organization by implementing and updating benchmarking tools for regional events.
• Engage in cross-departmental meetings, calls, brainstorming sessions, and training.
• Collaborate with Chapter staff and other departments to accomplish organizational goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience/Skills Required

• 1-3 years of previous work experience in sales, event planning, fundraising, or other nonprofit work (preferably with P2P events).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, focused, detail-oriented, and goal-oriented team member.
• Professional, outgoing, friendly, and positive attitude with the ability to relate well with diverse populations and age groups.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Organized, timeline-driven, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent presentation and oral/written communication skills.
• Proficient in various administrative duties.
• Capable of learning and utilizing new technologies.
• Reliable with a strong commitment to follow through.
• Previous experience with Canva is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with social media and website navigation.
• Accurate and detailed data entry skills, experience with Raiser’s Edge database is a plus.
• Bilingual (fluent or intermediate in Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Access to a phone and the internet.
• Ability to lift at least 20 lbs. from the ground to waist level, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to travel throughout the Chapter and region as needed, with reliable personal transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Capacity to work evenings and weekends as needed, while adhering to core business hours.
• Demonstrates the organizational values of excellence, teamwork, collaboration, integrity, positivity, dedication and responsiveness.

Compensation

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included. The salary range for this position is $55,000-$60,000. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job