Development Manager II

For thirty years, the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation has stood at the center of a global fight against one of medicine’s most complex and devastating challenges. Mitochondrial disease - a condition in which the body’s cells fail to produce the energy needed to sustain life - affects an estimated 1 in 5,000 people worldwide, robbing children and adults alike of their ability to walk, talk, eat, and breathe. With only 2 of more than 300 known variants carrying FDA-approved treatments, the urgency has never been greater. Over three decades, UMDF has built a vast network of patients, families, clinicians, researchers, and industry partners united by a single mission: to create a world free from mitochondrial disease by funding world-class research, supporting and empowering those affected, educating the clinical community, driving awareness, and mobilizing advocacy on Capitol Hill. To learn more, please visit: www.umdf.org, The Development Manager Il plays a vital role in advancing UMDF’s mission by driving revenue and engagement through corporate sponsorships, executive leadership teams, and high-performing fundraising teams. The Development Manager II leads sponsor cultivation and stewardship, builds and supports executive volunteer committees, and maximizes team fundraising to exceed revenue goals. The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven professional with proven success in developing strategic partnerships and mobilizing leadership-level volunteers. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Corporate Sponsorship Development

• Identity, cultivate, and secure corporate partners at the local and national level for Energy for Life Walks and other mission programs.
• Build and manage a robust sponsorship pipeline aligned with revenue goals.
• Develop customized sponsorship proposals, secure commitments, track and manage benefits/deliverables.
• Maintain strong relationships with corporate executives to ensure long-term partnerships.

Executive Leadership Engagement

• Recruit and manage executive leadership teams (ELTs) in key markets to drive sponsorship and team fundraising.
• Provide strategic guidance, tools, and coaching to ELTs to leverage networks and open doors to corporate prospects.
• Support ELTs in achieving sponsorship benchmarks and recruiting additional leadership-level volunteers.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Energy for Life executive leadership teams and UMDF staff.

Team Fundraising & Stewardship

• Recruit and cultivate top-performing corporate fundraising teams for Energy for Life events.
• Provide tailored coaching, resources, and regular updates to ensure teams meet and exceed fundraising goals.
• Recognize and steward high-impact team captains and sponsors through personalized engagement strategies.
• Partner with marketing/communications to equip teams with recruitment and fundraising toolkits.

Event Leadership

• Lead all aspects of assigned Energy for Life Walks and other fundraising events with a focus on sponsorship and corporate team revenue.
• Partner with executive leaders and committees to secure sponsors, recruit teams, and engage top fundraisers.
• Ensure strong sponsor presence and activation on event day.
• Serve as the on-site lead for event execution, managing sponsor activations and leadership recognition.
• Work in collaboration with Development Manager I position, who oversees volunteers, community fundraising and event logistics.

Budgeting & Reporting

• Create and manage event budgets in alignment with fiscal goals.
• Track sponsorship, team, and overall event performance against benchmarks.
• Provide regular progress reports on corporate revenue, ELT engagement, and team performance., * Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze complex situations, anticipate trends, and formulate effective plans.
• Dependability: Meets commitments, handles change well, and remains focused under pressure.
• Relationship Building: Develops and nurtures positive, long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
• Cultural Competence: Understands and engages meaningfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Negotiation: Effectively persuades and influences others to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
• Administration: Organizes, manages, and executes tasks efficiently to support operational goals.
• Impact: Delivers significant value through innovation, positive change, and measurable outcomes.
• Communication: Communicates effectively across various formats, including writing, speaking, and presenting.
• Integrity: Consistently acts with honesty, fairness, and accountability; upholds ethical standards in all decisions and actions.

This is a remote position.

Health Plan, Employee Benefits, Life Insurance, Tax Planning, Funding, Disease, Career Development, Willing to Travel, Medicine, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), * 3-5 years of experience in corporate fundraising, sponsorship development, or nonprofit special events.

• Proven track record of securing and stewarding corporate partners.
• Experience recruiting, engaging, and managing executive leaders/volunteers.
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.

• Proficiency with fundraising platforms (e.g., DonorDrive), Salesforce CRM, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Willingness to travel (approximately 25-30%) and work occasional nights and weekends.

• 100% Company-Paid Health Benefits for Employees and Dependents
• 100% Company-Paid Vision Benefits for Employees and Dependents
• 100% Company-Paid Dental Benefits for Employees and Dependents
• Life Insurance
• 403b Pre-Tax Savings Plan
• Funding for Professional Development & Continued Education
• Company Funded SEP IRA Accounts (6% Salary)
• Paid time off