Job · Atlanta, GA · Full time

Senior Coordinator, Development

American Cancer Society · Diseases, Disorders & Medical Disciplines · $136.8M budget · 2,940 staff · Since 1922

Why American Cancer Society

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Improves the lives of cancer patients and families through scientific research, advocacy for equitable healthcare policies, and direct patient support services.

  • Patient support: the American Cancer Society, INC. (acs) offers programs and services to help individuals during and after Cancer treatment. We provide the latest, evidence-based Cancer information and are available 24/7 to help people facing Cancer find services and resources…$381.8M spent in FY2024
  • Research: acs launches innovative, high-impact research to find more - and better - treatments, uncover factors that may cause Cancer, and improve quality of life for people facing Cancer. We fund research grants and conduct Cancer research studies to help…$202.1M spent in FY2024
  • Patient support: the American Cancer Society, INC. (acs) offers programs and services to help individuals during and after Cancer treatment. We provide the latest, evidence-based Cancer information and are available 24/7 to help people facing Cancer find services and resources…$103.2M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2024 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$487K–$2.0M
11 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$791.9M
spent in FY2024
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
2,940
employees
1,086,515 volunteers
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
80%
of spending
Looks good: 80% of spending went to programs; 75% or more.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
−9%
of revenue, FY2024
Concern: revenue was below expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
20 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 19.6 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2024
latest Form 990
Looks good: the latest return is for FY2024, 2 tax years back; within 2 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1942
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
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About the role

The org's own posting, as written

At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities. The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled. Responsible for providing comprehensive fundraising and operational support to multi-million-dollar portfolios (individual, corporate and event channels) and their associated teams.

Support may be delivered either embedded within a team or through a dispatched model based on business needs and resource alignment. Ensures efficient execution of business operations and continuity of support during staff vacancies and peak workload periods by delivering temporary remote coverage and/or assigned portfolio support. Serves as a key member of the development support ecosystem, critical to achieving revenue success through excellent internal and external relationship management, high-quality customer service, revenue support functions, and event and relationship execution.

Depending on assignment and level, may serve as a content expert in key fundraising programs and internal platforms, lead specialized support initiatives, and mentor/onboard new coordinators to accelerate proficiency and consistency of execution. ***This role is fully in person, 5 days a week in Anchorage, AK*** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides fundraising and event execution support in partnership with event managers and development leadership to ensure best-in-class execution and achievement of revenue targets; supports planning, timelines, logistics, and high-impact opportunities; manages relationships with participants, volunteers, partners, sponsors, and vendors to ensure strong customer experience and stewardship.

50% Manages operational systems and workflow execution by implementing and maintaining organized task and reminder systems; proactively monitors deadlines and deliverables; identifies issues, recommends solutions, and drives follow-through to support revenue growth strategies and operational excellence. 15% Performs financial and administrative support activities including processing donations and payments, tracking expenses, supporting reclasses as needed, and ensuring work is completed in alignment with internal policies, procedures, and controls.

15% Supports customer relationship management and constituent data needs by inputting and maintaining information in relevant platforms; generating reports and insights to support revenue performance, prospecting/engagement efforts, and team decision-making. 10% Serves as a subject matter expert in tools, platforms, and/or fundraising programs (as assigned) by troubleshooting, providing guidance to staff, developing/correcting materials, and contributing to training, workgroups, or projects. 5%…

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About American Cancer Society

From its Form 990