Manager, Community Engagement (Fundraising Position)

ABOUT US

At CureSearch for Children’s Cancer, we don’t wait—we act. For over 35 years, we’ve been driving bold, innovative childhood cancer research that gets promising new treatments to kids faster. Every day, 42 families hear the devastating words, “Your child has cancer.” Our mission is to ensure that every child diagnosed with cancer has a safe and effective treatment option. We’re a small but mighty team, working remotely yet closely connected, and we’re looking for a powerhouse Community Engagement Manager to help us fuel our life-saving work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is not your average fundraising role. We need a go-getter—someone who thrives on building relationships, mobilizing communities, and creating new opportunities where none exist. You won’t be sitting around waiting for volunteers and donors to come to us—you’ll be out there making it happen. You’ll identify and recruit top-tier volunteers, rally communities to support our cause, and drive revenue through peer-to-peer fundraising. If you’re resourceful, fearless, and ready to make an impact, we want you on our team.

This full-time, exempt position reports to the Director of Community Engagement and plays a critical role in our Development team. You’ll work remotely from a home-based office in the Mid-Atlantic Region, ideally in Metro Washington, D.C./Baltimore, Metro Philadelphia, or Richmond, VA. Easy access to a major airport is required.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Revenue Generation:

• Own and execute a strategic community fundraising plan to hit an annual revenue goal of $350,000-$400,000 - with growth plans to increase portfolio fundraising beyond $500,000 in the next two fiscal years.
• Proactively recruit, train, and mobilize high-impact volunteers to grow our Ultimate Hike and CureSearch Walk programs in the Mid-Atlantic region.
• Develop and launch creative, local fundraising campaigns that resonate with communities.
• Build relationships with local corporations to secure sponsorships and in-kind support.
• Drive cost efficiency to maximize revenue impact.

Community Engagement & Leadership Development:

• Identify and empower high-value volunteer leaders to drive fundraising and awareness on Community Leadership Boards in Washington, DC/Baltimore, Philadelphia, Central Virginia, and other markets.
• Cultivate and engage the local leadership board, UH Ambassadors, Walk committee members, and more to champion our cause.
• Build strong community partnerships and expand our network of supporters.
• Represent CureSearch at community events, sharing our mission and impact.

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising:

• Recruit and coach individual and team fundraisers at Ultimate Hike and Walk events, helping them exceed their goals.
• Analyze participation trends and adjust strategies to ensure fundraising success.
• Partner with internal event teams to deliver unforgettable participant experiences.
• Provide onsite support at key fundraising events.

Marketing & Communications:

• Collaborate with our marketing team to craft compelling, localized messaging.
• Empower local marketing chairs on community leadership boards to draft and execute robust grassroots marketing campaigns that include flyer canvassing, earning media opportunities, and other local means of marketing our events.
• Leverage community media and digital channels to boost fundraising efforts.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or 5+ years of relevant experience in fundraising, nonprofit management, or volunteer engagement.
• 3+ years of successful community fundraising, peer-to-peer fundraising, or volunteer leadership experience.
• A self-starter mentality—you’re proactive, resourceful, and thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills; you know how to motivate and mobilize volunteers.
• Excellent communication skills—you’re persuasive, inspiring, and can rally a crowd.
• Strategic thinker with a data-driven approach to fundraising growth.
• Proficiency in fundraising software and CRM tools.
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends; travel 15-20% of the time.
• Passion for our mission and an ability to engage communities on a deep, personal level.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to lift 25-30 lbs. for event setup.