Breakthrough T1D

Conducts in-depth research and analysis to identify and evaluate prospects for fundraising in a nonprofit health organization. | Requires 3-5 years of prospect research experience, familiarity with CRM tools like Salesforce, and knowledge of philanthropy and nonprofit fundraising. | As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community -- breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment -- we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes. Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it. Under the direction of the Director, Prospect Management & Research, the Manager, Prospect Research plays a critical role in identifying, researching, and analyzing prospects for corporate and major gift cultivation and pipeline development across Breakthrough T1D. This role works closely with Global and Field Development Officers and Leadership to advance the work of the Prospect Research and Management Team across the organization by developing extensive corporate and individual prospect profiles, validating high-capacity rated prospects, identifying new corporate and major gifts prospect leads, as well as, assisting in, documenting, and implementing prospect research procedures. Responsibilities Proactively and reactively identifies and vets high net worth prospects and corporations with the capacity and inclination to grow the corporate prospect pipelines and ensure the best prospects are evaluated and uncovered based on their financial capacity, ability to give, philanthropic interests, and relationship to Breakthrough T1D. Conducts in-depth, complex, and accurate research on corporations, individuals, and foundations in the form of written prospect profiles, briefings, and reports. Investigates and evaluates new corporate, individual, and foundation donor prospects and leads and provides biographical and background information to determine potential for long- and short-term giving and development. Writes detailed prospect briefings for fundraising-related meetings and functions attended by Global Development staff, Leadership Team, and key volunteers. Works in conjunction with the Corporate and Institutional Giving, Leadership Giving, and Global Development Teams to identify, research, and distribute qualified leads to help build and sustain a strong pipeline of prospects and donors. Help summarize and synthesize data and other critical information in electronic files and within our current constituent management relationship database to ensure accurate data hygiene. Records, organizes, and maintains prospect information in electronic files and within our current constituent management relationship database (Salesforce CRM) to ensure accurate donor hygiene. Utilizes prospect research tools such as Wealth Engine, iWave, RelSci, and Foundation Center to conduct further analysis and assist with prospecting. In partnership with the greater Philanthropic Intelligence and Analytics Team, enhances and deepens portfolio and pipeline management and implementation across all of Breakthrough T1D. Ensures protocols are in place, adhering to all donor privacy and ethical standards upheld by APRA. Performs other responsibilities and projects assigned by immediate supervisor and senior management. Qualifications 3-5 years of experience in corporate, individual, and foundation prospect research and management with experience in data analysis. Demonstrated familiarity with standard biographical and financial reference sources, particularly in Corporate Social Responsibility and knowledge of basic research practices. Experience in fundraising operations for Volunteer Health Fundraising organizations (Diabetes related) preferred. Proficient in Salesforce CRM database and reporting capabilities. Ability to review, interpret, and synthesize a large volume of data into clear, concise analysis with a balance of brevity and substance. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to initiate and apply creative solutions. Curiosity and interest in uncovering sometimes difficult to find information. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines to achieve desired outcomes on time. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Proven success in working both independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of philanthropy, understanding of non-profit models, campaign management, and constituent relationship management. College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Target Salary - $65k - $80k Essential Functions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Benefits: Breakthrough T1D offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, voluntary benefits, flexible spending and commuter benefit accounts, an employee assistance program (EAP), life and disability insurance, performance-based bonuses, and generous paid time off. Benefits may vary by job level and full time or part time status. Additional information: Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. Breakthrough T1D will comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Breakthrough T1D supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Help create a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of people living with T1D and their loved ones, and build meaningful, mission-driven relationships? Make a rewarding career out of working to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs and cures for T1D. Breakthrough T1D values diversity and inclusion and is committed to creating an environment in which everyone feels welcomed, supported, and respected. Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Manage community engagement initiatives, build relationships with healthcare providers, and coordinate volunteer activities to support organizational goals. | Experience in community building, volunteer management, healthcare partnerships, and event organization, with strong communication and relationship skills. | As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community -- breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment -- we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes. Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it. Summary The Community Engagement Manager (CEM) is a dynamic leader who activates strategies designed to advance the organization’s mission by expanding our reach into the community; managing volunteers to amplify programming across the territory’s geography; and ensuring all territory activities are in alignment with organizational goals and guidelines. By building and activating the pipeline of newly diagnosed supporters and engaging healthcare providers (HCPs) to advance the distribution of Breakthrough T1D resources, the CEM supports revenue generation and growth of our supporter base. The CEM supports over 4M households and collaborates with over 25 HCPs. This individual is a high-impact, high-energy team player who can effectively bring the mission to life within the community through collaboration, cultivation, inspiration, and engagement. They will implement activities to support organizational strategies through their work to drive optimal results and actively demonstrate and promote enterprise-wide mindsets. The SE Michigan Chapter is a subset of the Michigan Territory, one of the top performing territories in country, which plays a vital role in the organization’s success. The SE Michigan Chapter includes both the Ann Arbor and Detroit markets. The Michigan Territory has 12 staff, 2 Chapter Boards and 10+ events collectively driving over $4 million in total net revenue. We have a hybrid work schedule, in office two days a week and working remotely and in the field three days a week. Key Responsibilities Acquisition, Activation & Engagement (40%) Build chapter and territory pipeline by acquiring new supporters through the Bag of Hope and Pack program, implemented according to national program guidelines. Identify and manage opportunities for CE resource expansion across territory footprint, including enhancing the healthcare provider (HCP) strategy, which includes: Utilizing national CE dashboards to analyze data and uncover growth opportunities Acti on HCP leads to onboard new resource partners Build relationships with key HCP partners to market the CE program, disseminate resources, and support chapter activities, i.e. Community Summit speakers, Board representation, etc. Deliver consistent communication to HCPs Manage process with resource distribution partners to ensure implementation meets expectations and standards Responsible for achieving personal engagement and acquisition goals and support the overall achievement of goals in the broader territory. Identify, develop, and implement engagement opportunities to deepen support and activation of newly diagnosed families and individuals, T1D community members, healthcare providers, advocates, and other stakeholders across the territory geography, including: Ensuring connectivity of Bag of Hope/Pack recipients across all territory programs and activities Developing community-based small event strategy, and managing volunteers to execute the events, i.e., meet-ups, support groups, community breakfasts Partner with Institutional Fundraising to surface local grant resources to fund community engagement projects designed to deepen Elevate supporters with greater interest and/or capacity to specific revenue channels like P2P, Signature Events, and Philanthropic Engagement. Implement strategies to acquire and activate supporters in events throughout the territory that will help ensure fundraising and participation goals are met for current and future activities. Evaluate chapter activities on a regular basis and seek ways to improve performance and fundraising success; support the cultivation activities of new supporters within the chapter footprint. Volunteer Management (30%) Recruit, cultivate, and manage volunteer leaders that drive engagement and activation throughout the territory, including an active Outreach Ambassador Chair, Mission Information Volunteer and Advocacy Team Chair. Provide training, resources, and communications to volunteers to effectively execute program. Ensure meaningful engagement of volunteers at all levels and engage in good working relationships with key volunteer partners. Partner with volunteer leadership to develop and implement strategic activities within the territory that will expand engagement and acquire new supporters and advocate; and develop volunteer leadership support. Collaborate with CE peers across the organization for idea sharing and learning, and participate in national CE meetings, trainings, and working groups. Awareness (20%) Support and maintain the vision, mission, and priorities of Breakthrough T1D. Understand and be able to articulate the strategic direction and purpose of the organization. Demonstrate an educated and enthusiastic understanding of Breakthrough T1D’s mission and research therapeutics. Promote mission engagement opportunities throughout the community in the areas of research, advocacy, community engagement and clinical trials. Develop and implement community engagement, mission engagement and advocate recruitment strategies across assigned territories in alignment with national strategies, including the consistent implementation of: Breakthrough T1D Bag of Hope, Teen Pack and Adult Care Kit resources Outreach Ambassador Volunteer Impact Initiative Breakthrough T1D Community Summit Advocate recruitment and engagement Mission information dissemination Develop and manage chapter CE communication, including engagement plans and volunteer updates, Plan and coordinate CE materials for committee meetings, healthcare provider meetings, networking/support group meet-ups, etc. Represent the interests, professionalism, and integrity of Breakthrough T1D in all activities and relationships through a commitment to organizational standards and leadership by personal example. Administration (10%) Maintain departmental and organization-wide policies and procedures. Develop expertise in community engagement management platforms, as appropriate. Participate in monthly strategy meetings with Community Engagement and Strategic Alliances (CESA) program partners to monitor KPI progress, identify risks and opportunities, and take actions as appropriate to ensure success of program(s). Partner annually with CESA national program partner(s) to establish goals, metrics, and pipeline strategies specific to program and community engagement event portfolio and role. Respond to and follow through with inquiries, needs, complaints and/or issues in a prompt and courteous manner. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications 3-5 years of community building and engagement experience, with a clear record of achievement in a complex, mission-driven organization with engagement and activation responsibilities; experience working directly with large- and small-scale community events; healthcare-based organization highly preferred. Strong relationship-building skills with demonstrated experience with organizing community initiatives and knowledge of fundraising through peer-to-peer and signature event activities. Experience partnering with strong and active volunteers, including working successfully with a large network of passionate volunteers. Demonstrate a high degree of energy, integrity, courage, empathy, and creativity. A team player who can achieve individual objectives and support those of the entire territory and chapter team(s). Proven ability to successfully maintain an extensive network of strategic relationships (volunteers, health care and community partners, etc.) in the local area. Existing knowledge and network of relationships in the territory preferred. Ability to be an enthusiastic spokesperson/representative of Breakthrough T1D’s mission. Clear communicator with ability to inspire others to engage and support an organization’s mission. Demonstrated ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Highly efficient in time management and can meet deadlines under pressure. Ability to work and make judgments independently and take initiative. Well-disciplined and resourceful initiative-taker with active listening, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Proficient with MS Office and constituent management databases. College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to travel within the territory. Evening and weekend work as needed. Occasional overnight travel. Essential Functions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Benefits: Breakthrough T1D offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, voluntary benefits, flexible spending and commuter benefit accounts, an employee assistance program (EAP), life and disability insurance, performance-based bonuses, and generous paid time off. Benefits may vary by job level and full time or part time status. Additional information: Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. Breakthrough T1D will comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Breakthrough T1D supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Help create a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of people living with T1D and their loved ones, and build meaningful, mission-driven relationships? Make a rewarding career out of working to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs and cures for T1D. Breakthrough T1D values diversity and inclusion and is committed to creating an environment in which everyone feels welcomed, supported, and respected. Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Associate National Director, Leadership Giving will manage a portfolio of 125–150 major gift donors and implement tailored strategies for cultivation and solicitation. This role also involves leading initiatives to strengthen the Leadership Giving department and promote a culture of philanthropy. | Candidates should have at least 7 years of professional fundraising experience and a proven track record of securing major gifts. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting are essential. | As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community -- breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment -- we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes. Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it. This is a remote position open to candidates in Boston area. Key Responsibilities: Fundraising (80%) Master the organization’s case for support and effectively communicate funding priorities to prospective donors. Manage a portfolio of 125–150 current and prospective major gift donors across assigned markets; develop and implement tailored cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies. Partner closely with Field Leadership and national partners to build pipeline, support donor strategy, and align efforts with territory needs and organizational priorities. Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, board members, foundations, and volunteers. Lead the strategic development, packaging, and solicitation of major gifts ranging from $100,000 to $1 million Achieve individual and regional fundraising goals aligned with organizational benchmarks. Ensure exemplary stewardship for all donors in the assigned portfolio. Support the national strategy and execution of individual solicitations. Cultural Leadership (10%) Serve as a lead on initiatives or projects that strengthen the Leadership Giving (LG) department and promote a culture of philanthropy across Breakthrough T1D. Collaborate with division LG team members, the Mission Department, and Field leadership to support revenue and donor engagement goals. Administration & Management (10%) Maintain accurate and timely activity tracking through Salesforce CRM. Assist in creating and managing the Leadership Giving budget for assigned territories. Facilitate territory-level Leadership Giving meetings with internal stakeholders as needed. Support additional responsibilities and organizational priorities as assigned. Qualifications: 7 years of professional fundraising experience in a complex, mission-driven organization. Demonstrated success securing major gifts of $100,000 or more. Strong ability to convey complex scientific or medical information clearly and persuasively. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills. Collaborative team player with experience working in cross-functional and volunteer-driven environments. Skilled in donor strategy, prospect research, and moves management. Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently in a remote setting. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Salesforce (or comparable CRM). Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including overnight and occasional weekend travel. College degree or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Essential Functions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional information: Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. Breakthrough T1D will comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Breakthrough T1D supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Help create a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of people living with T1D and their loved ones, and build meaningful, mission-driven relationships? Make a rewarding career out of working to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs and cures for T1D. Breakthrough T1D values diversity and inclusion and is committed to creating an environment in which everyone feels welcomed, supported, and respected. Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.