Advisor - Area Development - Fitness (Memphis, TN)

alsacstjude· American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities
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📍 Memphis, TNFull time
Full timeAmerican Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities

About this role

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.

We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®

Job Description

This position focuses on cultivating and managing relationships with endurance partners, St. Jude Heroes, and other peer-to-peer (P2P) supporters to drive fundraising initiatives for ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. It combines relationship-building, strategic planning, and collaboration to enhance donor engagement and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Relationship Development: Build new, maintain existing and grow all donor-centric relationships with peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraisers and supporters, corporate and community teams, individuals, and volunteer through face-to-face and strategic communication.
     
  • Fundraising Leadership: Empower donors, supporters and volunteers with motivation, guidance, and resources to achieve fundraising success via personal visits, written correspondence, coordinated events, and digital platforms.
     
  • Program & Portfolio Management:
    • Focus on Fitness & Endurance programs (marathons, walks, runs) and P2P fundraising platforms including St. Jude Memphis Marathon.
    • Manage a broader portfolio of large corporate and community teams to activate fundraising participation.
    • Build and maintain a network of ambassadors and partners within the fitness community to enhance program offerings, support and incentives.
       
  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement cultivation and stewardship strategies to enhance engagement and philanthropic contributions.
     
  • Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to meet KPIs, integrate stewardship efforts, and align financial analysis with program goals.
     
  • Data-Driven Engagement: Use data insights and Peer-to-Peer platforms to analyze engagement and interactions to craft personalized touchpoints.
     

Representation: Serve as an ambassador for ALSAC/St. Jude, ensuring all interactions reflect the organization’s mission and values

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in fundraising, development, customer service, or sales. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • At least three (3) years of experience in peer-to-peer fundraising and team coaching.
  • Background in philanthropy, sales, or marketing.
  • Fitness & Endurance fundraising and event management experience.
  • Exceptional communication, relationship building, collaboration, problem solving and organizational/project management skills.
  • 15–20% travel throughout the Delta Area (West TN, Mississippi and Arkansas)
  • Driver's License: A valid driver's license is required for this role.

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule to include working from our Territory Office in Memphis, TN.

Benefits & Perks

The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.

We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.

  • Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)​
  • 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
  • Exceptional Paid Time Off
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave
  • Infertility Treatment Program
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Education Assistance
  • Enterprise Learning and Development
  • And more

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer. 

ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.

No Search Firms:

ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities.  All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.

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This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Advisor - Area Development - Fitness (Memphis, TN) role in the American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities department at alsacstjude.
Which team or department does the Advisor - Area Development - Fitness (Memphis, TN) at alsacstjude belong to?
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This Advisor - Area Development - Fitness (Memphis, TN) position at alsacstjude was posted on Jul 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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