Senior Manager of Community Fundraising

About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, MJFF has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.

Core to our philosophy is how we think of our capital and its risk profile relative to other stakeholders in the drug development pipeline. We work aggressively to de-risk various therapeutic strategies and tools in the hopes of building a robust pipeline of new treatments for patients. In order to achieve our mission of finding a cure for PD it is critical that we engage with, and bring together, members of the PD community including researchers, physicians, health professionals and most important, people with Parkinson's and their families.

We believe that to find a cure for PD as quickly as possible, our capital needs to push research forward today—we therefore deliberately hold no endowment or excessive reserves. We instead seek to deploy funds raised as quickly and wisely as possible. MJFF raises over $100 million annually. Today, the Foundation has approximately 300 full-time employees. We offer a collegial and collaborative environment where optimistic problem-solvers and entrepreneurial, resourceful individuals can thrive and make a tangible difference for millions of people living with Parkinson’s disease.

Position Summary:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Senior Manager of Community Fundraising.  Reporting to the Director of Community Fundraising Events, this position leads the Foundation’s Endurance Events program, which includes participation in a portfolio of established events including World Marathon Majors events (e.g., TCS NYC Marathon, Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Virgin Money London Marathon, etc.) and global adventures such as a Mt. Kilimanjaro climb. The role oversees program growth, strategy and execution with a focus on participant stewardship. This position will also manage and develop a small team of Endurance Fundraising Managers.  

This is a hybrid-flex position that will require in-person attendance at The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s headquarters in New York City.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Align team objectives with departmental and Foundation-wide goals; ensure accountability for outcomes and overall program performance
• Oversee revenue forecasting ($2.6M+), budgeting and program investments to optimize ROI and community impact
• Provide strategic oversight of 12 to 14 Endurance events annually, ensuring successful execution across registration, communications, logistics and participant stewardship
• Lead, coach and develop a small team for impact and professional growth; make decisions on performance, staffing and pay
• Build and manage a corporate sponsorship portfolio in partnership with internal teams
• Strengthen and refine programmatic stewardship, retention and incentive strategies
• Manage partnerships with third-party race organizations and key external collaborators
• Recruit and engage a volunteer board of community influencers to drive program priorities
• Collaborate across teams to enhance analytics, tools, and program resources
• Represent the Endurance program at key internal and community fundraising events

 Qualifications and Skills:

• Foundational people management experience, with success in coaching and developing teams for performance and growth
• Foundational experience in the Endurance Events environment as well as working with third-party race organizations
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic planning, budgeting and performance management
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to prioritize multiple shifting priorities
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license; 30 percent travel required, including some weekends

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $110,000.  In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
• Competitive dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer paid life and disability insurance
• 18 Vacation Days; 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2 p.m.) and a summer holiday week over July 4
• Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work.  We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done. 

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events. 

MJFF is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Diversity may refer to characteristics including, but not limited to, race, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic circumstance, geographic background, ability and disability, political ideology and age.