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National MS Society · 1 day ago

Director of DIY Fundraising Innovation

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$85K/yr - $95K/yr

7+ years exp

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes resources to drive research for a cure and support those affected by MS. The Director of DIY Fundraising Innovation is responsible for designing, testing, and scaling new fundraising products while fostering innovation practices across the organization.

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Responsibilities

Lead the development of new fundraising products by directing the entire process from ideation, testing, analysis, and future scaling

Create structured engagement opportunities (workshops, digital forums, consumer research) that inspire innovation and enhance fundraising effectiveness

Build cross-departmental partnerships (Marketing, IT, Finance, Development Business Units) to ensure products are operationally sound and scalable

Develop and maintain dashboards that track performance across all innovation stages that track ROI metrics

Establish test-and-learn frameworks, capturing insights to refine future product development

Translate research and insights into practical playbooks, toolkits, and training modules for internal and external stakeholders

Stay current on market trends, fundraising practices, and emerging innovation models

Use CRM and campaign dashboards to inform decisions, track performance, and continuously improve tactics

Qualification

Fundraising product developmentCRM proficiencyData analysisProject managementStrategic thinkingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsCross-functional collaboration

Required

7-10 years of professional experience, with 4+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, product development, innovation, or program leadership

Demonstrated success in launching and scaling new initiatives, products, or campaigns with measurable outcomes

Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience supervising staff or volunteers and coordinating cross-functional initiatives

Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Salesforce) and data analysis to inform strategy and reporting

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors, board members, and community stakeholders

Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement long-term fundraising plans aligned with organizational goals

Experience planning and executing donor events, stewardship programs, and grant proposals

Benefits

Considerable Paid Time Off Plan

Paid Holidays

401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match

Commuter Benefit Plan

Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Disability Coverage, Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching

Additional voluntary benefit offerings