Director of Development & Marketing

The IRONMAN Foundation Director of Development & Marketing provides strategic direction and organizational leadership, directs a diversified fundraising program that is stable and growing and oversees marketing and communications for the nonprofit organization and our charitable activities worldwide. This is a remote position, headquartered in Tampa, FL.

About the IRONMAN Foundation

The IRONMAN Foundation creates positive, tangible change in race communities by engaging athletes and volunteers to participate in programs that demonstrate service through sport and commitment to community. Since 2003, over $50,000,000 has been provided through giveback programs led by the IRONMAN Foundation to more than 9,500 local, regional, national and global nonprofit initiatives. Through these partnerships, IRONMAN and Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series participants are powerfully linked to the community and together help leave a positive legacy behind in race communities long after event day. For more information on IRONMAN Foundation programs, including TEAM IMF, Community Fund, Rock This Town®, Your Journey Your Cause, and Women For Tri, visit www.ironmanfoundation.org.

Strategic Responsibilities

 Provide strategic direction and organizational leadership - (10%)

• Participate in the preparation, management, and evaluation of all programming against the IRONMAN Foundation’s long-term strategic plan, with a particular focus on fundraising and communications.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Community Relations team to develop and implement the IRONMAN Foundation’s financial strategy through the creation, approval and implementation of budgets.
• Present regular revenue updates and analysis to the team and Board, underscoring and identifying opportunities for volunteer leadership to participate in networking and fundraising activities.
• Provide leadership to and support the professional development of the Development and Fundraising team.

  Direct a diversified fundraising program that is stable and growing - (60%)

• Work closely with the Executive Director to develop a comprehensive development strategy, including an actionable annual plan.
• Monitor progress against the organization’s annual and strategic plans, crafting budgets and providing regular updates and analysis on unrestricted and restricted revenue sources.
• Provide strategic support for the organization’s fundraising and development staff, ensuring that activities align with organizational priorities, leading effective meetings and offering timely and supportive coaching.
• Oversee the identification and cultivation of new funding sources across revenue streams.
• Maintain a portfolio of donors through the donor cycle of identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors.
• In partnership with the Executive Director and Community Relations team, nurture a culture of philanthropy throughout IRONMAN, ensuring that team members across the organization participate in and support volunteer and fundraising initiatives and goals.
• Develop, and implement an aggressive recruitment strategy for all fundraising campaigns.

  Oversee marketing and communications for the entire organization - (30%)

• In partnership with the Executive Director and Community Relations Team, develop and oversee a comprehensive communications strategy that supports the IRONMAN Foundation’s overall brand and mission, as well as elevates the organization’s profile.
• Ensure a strong internal understanding of the IRONMAN Foundation’s branding and positioning in a way that supports our ability to present itself consistently to supporters, the media, and other external stakeholders.
• Guide the development of publications and dynamic web strategies, which currently include an annual report, newsletters and other specialized communications for donors and other stakeholders.
• Develop and oversee a marketing workflow to support the critical storytelling needs of the IRONMAN Foundation.

Critical Core (Daily) Responsibilities

• Manage IRONMAN Foundation fundraising development staff
• Leverage technology platforms to drive revenue and create efficiencies for fundraising programs and reporting
• Maintain a year-round recruitment strategy for all fundraising initiatives including (but not limited to):
  • Community Fund Entries
  • TEAM IMF Entries
  • Kona Drawing
  • Annual Kona Auction
  • Major Donors
  • IMF Annual Fundraising Event
  • Virtual Fundraising Events
• Development and management of marketing workflow
• Responsible for oversight of fundraising program and ensuring fundraising goals are achieved
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the P2P platform relationship
• Work closely with accountant to provide oversight and reporting of revenue
• Responsible for creation of marketing campaigns to support the needs of organization
• Onsite Event Operations - Represent the IRONMAN Foundation at key events. Work closely with team to develop IRONMAN Foundation footprint and onsite activation. Manage current fundraising participant onsite engagement and recruitment strategy

KEY SUCCESS INDICATORS/ATTRIBUTES

• Exhibit strong drive for results and success; convey a sense of urgency to achieve outcomes and exceed expectations
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key business partners, program participants, and donors by building personal credibility and solid trust
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills essential to expanding relationships, resolving conflicts, and managing change effectively
• Ability to self-motivate and self-direct; possess strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple competing tasks while maintaining a positive, team-centered attitude
• Knowledge and experience in a wide range of current nonprofit and endurance-based programs
• Proven leadership ability

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• 6 years nonprofit experience, with 2 years of management experience and at least 2 years of endurance fundraising experience preferred
• Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office Programs
• Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Suite
• Intermediate knowledge of QuickBooks and nonprofit management systems such as DonorDrive and Virtuous
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.