CureSearch for Children's Cancer
Manager, Community Engagement – Midwest or Western Region
CureSearch for Children's Cancer, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
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Director of Community Engagement Location:
Fully Remote - Preferred: Minnesota, Missouri, Colorado, or California Pay:
$60,000 - $65,000+ annually ABOUT US
Every day, 42 families hear the devastating words, “Your child has cancer.” At CureSearch for Children’s Cancer, we accelerate bold, high-impact research while activating local communities to fuel our mission. We are a fully remote, collaborative, mission-driven organization committed to a
volunteer-led, staff-supported model
that elevates community leadership and expands CureSearch’s national reach. ABOUT THE ROLE
The
Community Engagement Manager (CEM) is a relationship-centered fundraiser responsible for growing CureSearch’s presence and impact across assigned markets. The CEM
empowers, guides, and partners with Leadership Volunteers such as Community Leadership Boards (CLBs)
to grow regional fundraising, expand volunteer engagement, cultivate corporate relationships, and build meaningful connections with local patient families. Importantly, this role also includes
direct responsibility for guiding participants' fundraising efforts in our signature Ultimate Hike events, serving as a fundraising coach and mission ambassador for hikers in assigned markets, and working collaboratively with
program staff. This full-time, exempt role is remote. While all qualified applicants will be considered,
strong preference will be given to those residing in
Minnesota, Missouri, Colorado, or California,
and who have access to a major airport. WH AT
YOU'LL DO
Community Leadership Boards (CLBs) & Volunteer Empowerment Recruit, onboard, and support CLB members in key regional markets. Partner with CLBs to develop and execute local fundraising, corporate outreach, marketing, and community engagement plan. Coach volunteer leaders, building their confidence and capacity to lead local initiatives independently. Partner with CLB Chair to facilitate CLB meetings, strategic planning, progress reviews, and leadership development. Foster a strong, mission-driven volunteer culture grounded in ownership and collaboration. Fundraising Coaching for Ultimate Hike Participants Serve as the primary fundraising coach for Ultimate Hike participants within assigned markets. Provide guidance through regular check-ins, individualized support, fundraising planning, and resource sharing. Work closely with the Senior Manager, Signature Events, to ensure a seamless participant experience - from recruitment through event weekend and post-event stewardship. Strengthen hikers’ connection to CureSearch’s mission through storytelling, updates, and local impact moments. Support regional recruitment efforts by engaging local volunteer leaders as Ultimate Hike coaches and ambassadors. Provide on-site event support for Ultimate Hike events in the assigned region, focused on cultivation and stewardship efforts. Recruit and empower volunteer leaders and committees to plan and execute community fundraising events such as Walks, Community Hikes, and other volunteer-led initiatives. Support volunteer-led ideas and initiatives by offering coaching, templates, and best practices. Represent CureSearch at regional events, civic group meetings, and community engagement opportunities - ideally alongside volunteer leaders. Provide onsite support for community-based fundraising events to ensure a mission-forward participant experience. Corporate Partnerships Partner with CLBs to identify and cultivate local and regional corporate prospects. Coach volunteer leaders to initiate or strengthen local corporate outreach, providing strategy, messaging, and materials. Support CLBs in stewarding sponsorships, employee engagement opportunities, and workplace fundraising teams. Serve as a staff collaborator in meetings as needed, ensuring alignment with CureSearch priorities. Patient-Family Engagement Build supportive, meaningful relationships with families impacted by childhood cancer in the region. Partner with families to participate in mission storytelling, volunteerism, fundraising leadership, or awareness activities - always in ways that feel appropriate and empowering. Connect families to CLBs and local opportunities that honor their lived experience. Track volunteer activity, revenue progress, and fundraising performance using CRM systems. Conduct debriefs with CLBs and volunteer leaders to celebrate wins and identify areas for improvement. Provide insights and market updates to the Director and peers to strengthen the national community engagement strategy. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Required Bachelor’s degree OR
5+ years
of experience in community engagement, peer-to-peer fundraising, volunteer management, or related fields. Experience coaching volunteers or fundraisers, with comfort guiding others' fundraising efforts. Strong relationship-builder able to engage volunteers, patient families, and corporate partners. Excellent communication and facilitation skills. A coaching-oriented, empowering style that aligns with a volunteer-led approach. Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities. Willingness to travel 15–25% (some evenings/weekends). Able to lift 25–30 lbs for event setup. Preferred Experience supporting or leading advisory boards, committees, or CLBs. Corporate partnership or sponsorship experience. Background in health nonprofits, childhood cancer communities, or mission-driven organizations. Familiarity with Blackbaud, Classy, or other CRMs. WHAT WE OFFER
Salary range:
$60,000-$65,000+
depending on experience and geography Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) match Generous PTO including vacation, sick time, summer Fridays, and year-end break Remote work stipends and equipment support A mission-driven team that values creativity, collaboration, and work-life balance CureSearch is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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Director of Community Engagement Location:
Fully Remote - Preferred: Minnesota, Missouri, Colorado, or California Pay:
$60,000 - $65,000+ annually ABOUT US
Every day, 42 families hear the devastating words, “Your child has cancer.” At CureSearch for Children’s Cancer, we accelerate bold, high-impact research while activating local communities to fuel our mission. We are a fully remote, collaborative, mission-driven organization committed to a
volunteer-led, staff-supported model
that elevates community leadership and expands CureSearch’s national reach. ABOUT THE ROLE
The
Community Engagement Manager (CEM) is a relationship-centered fundraiser responsible for growing CureSearch’s presence and impact across assigned markets. The CEM
empowers, guides, and partners with Leadership Volunteers such as Community Leadership Boards (CLBs)
to grow regional fundraising, expand volunteer engagement, cultivate corporate relationships, and build meaningful connections with local patient families. Importantly, this role also includes
direct responsibility for guiding participants' fundraising efforts in our signature Ultimate Hike events, serving as a fundraising coach and mission ambassador for hikers in assigned markets, and working collaboratively with
program staff. This full-time, exempt role is remote. While all qualified applicants will be considered,
strong preference will be given to those residing in
Minnesota, Missouri, Colorado, or California,
and who have access to a major airport. WH AT
YOU'LL DO
Community Leadership Boards (CLBs) & Volunteer Empowerment Recruit, onboard, and support CLB members in key regional markets. Partner with CLBs to develop and execute local fundraising, corporate outreach, marketing, and community engagement plan. Coach volunteer leaders, building their confidence and capacity to lead local initiatives independently. Partner with CLB Chair to facilitate CLB meetings, strategic planning, progress reviews, and leadership development. Foster a strong, mission-driven volunteer culture grounded in ownership and collaboration. Fundraising Coaching for Ultimate Hike Participants Serve as the primary fundraising coach for Ultimate Hike participants within assigned markets. Provide guidance through regular check-ins, individualized support, fundraising planning, and resource sharing. Work closely with the Senior Manager, Signature Events, to ensure a seamless participant experience - from recruitment through event weekend and post-event stewardship. Strengthen hikers’ connection to CureSearch’s mission through storytelling, updates, and local impact moments. Support regional recruitment efforts by engaging local volunteer leaders as Ultimate Hike coaches and ambassadors. Provide on-site event support for Ultimate Hike events in the assigned region, focused on cultivation and stewardship efforts. Recruit and empower volunteer leaders and committees to plan and execute community fundraising events such as Walks, Community Hikes, and other volunteer-led initiatives. Support volunteer-led ideas and initiatives by offering coaching, templates, and best practices. Represent CureSearch at regional events, civic group meetings, and community engagement opportunities - ideally alongside volunteer leaders. Provide onsite support for community-based fundraising events to ensure a mission-forward participant experience. Corporate Partnerships Partner with CLBs to identify and cultivate local and regional corporate prospects. Coach volunteer leaders to initiate or strengthen local corporate outreach, providing strategy, messaging, and materials. Support CLBs in stewarding sponsorships, employee engagement opportunities, and workplace fundraising teams. Serve as a staff collaborator in meetings as needed, ensuring alignment with CureSearch priorities. Patient-Family Engagement Build supportive, meaningful relationships with families impacted by childhood cancer in the region. Partner with families to participate in mission storytelling, volunteerism, fundraising leadership, or awareness activities - always in ways that feel appropriate and empowering. Connect families to CLBs and local opportunities that honor their lived experience. Track volunteer activity, revenue progress, and fundraising performance using CRM systems. Conduct debriefs with CLBs and volunteer leaders to celebrate wins and identify areas for improvement. Provide insights and market updates to the Director and peers to strengthen the national community engagement strategy. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Required Bachelor’s degree OR
5+ years
of experience in community engagement, peer-to-peer fundraising, volunteer management, or related fields. Experience coaching volunteers or fundraisers, with comfort guiding others' fundraising efforts. Strong relationship-builder able to engage volunteers, patient families, and corporate partners. Excellent communication and facilitation skills. A coaching-oriented, empowering style that aligns with a volunteer-led approach. Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities. Willingness to travel 15–25% (some evenings/weekends). Able to lift 25–30 lbs for event setup. Preferred Experience supporting or leading advisory boards, committees, or CLBs. Corporate partnership or sponsorship experience. Background in health nonprofits, childhood cancer communities, or mission-driven organizations. Familiarity with Blackbaud, Classy, or other CRMs. WHAT WE OFFER
Salary range:
$60,000-$65,000+
depending on experience and geography Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) match Generous PTO including vacation, sick time, summer Fridays, and year-end break Remote work stipends and equipment support A mission-driven team that values creativity, collaboration, and work-life balance CureSearch is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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