Senior Coordinator, Nationwide Peer to Peer Programs
Autism Speaks, Princeton, NJ, United States
Senior Coordinator, Nationwide Peer-to-Peer Programs
Autism Speaks is seeking a Senior Coordinator to support the strategic and operational plan for TeamUp, our signature endurance fundraising program that includes 5k to marathon events across the country.
This role is personally accountable for achieving fundraising revenue goals, delivering high‑quality participant experience, and ensuring consistent, well‑coordinated event execution, including program components. The Senior Coordinator provides hands‑on fundraising coaching to participants, delivers tools and resources to support their success and growth, tracks and reports on performance, and supports on‑site event execution.
This role is part of a collaborative, growing program and requires flexibility to pitch in across TeamUp and other peer‑to‑peer events as needed. The Manager may request the Senior Coordinator to attend other events outside their day‑to‑day portfolio.
The individual will work from home and can be located anywhere in the country; however, the Senior Coordinator must be comfortable with traveling to events.
Key Responsibilities
Support the daily operations and execution of the strategic fundraising plan for Autism Speaks’ TeamUp program and other peer‑to‑peer initiatives.
In coordination with the Centralized Fundraising Support Team, support the implementation of the fundraising incentive program.
Manage TeamUp vanity email inbox and provide best‑in‑class customer service.
Implement social media plan to increase program visibility, community engagement, and fundraising performance.
Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, digital, web, and donor support, to ensure consistent messaging and operational efficiency.
Identify and solicit in‑kind donations to enhance participant offerings and reduce expenses.
With direction from the Senior Manager, execute program timelines, communication plans, and engagement tools to recruit, train, and motivate participants to increase program revenue.
Monitor performance against revenue and participation goals (including an annual fundraising target of approximately $100,000); share reports to track progress and identify opportunities for growth and risk mitigation.
Proactively identify and troubleshoot issues affecting participant experience or program performance.
Deliver high-quality customer service by coaching and engaging an assigned portfolio of fundraising participants and volunteers across all stages of the fundraising lifecycle using phone, email, newsletters, virtual meetings, and social media.
Serve as on‑site supporting staff for key TeamUp events (which can include Chicago Marathon, New York Marathon, Houston 8K, and runDisney) and other peer‑to‑peer events as needed, providing in‑person operational and participant support to the designated event lead to achieve event goals.
Serve as a power user of fundraising platforms, ensuring effective utilization, data accuracy, and reporting integrity.
(The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor(s). As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.)
Position Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience.
Experience
3+ years relevant experience with proven track record; strong background in peer‑to‑peer fundraising.
Specialized Skills
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and seamlessly.
Proven ability to deliver high‑quality customer service and participant support.
Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills to identify challenges and implement effective solutions.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
Working knowledge of fundraising platforms and systems; experience with GoFundMe Pro or Classy preferred.
Experience with CRM and fundraising databases; Stratus Live preferred.
Demonstrated passion for mission‑driven work.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support programs and events.
This role includes travel primarily related to events (approximately 30%), which at times involves overnight stays; occasional travel for team meetings may also occur.
Event days include setting up and moving materials as well as being actively engaged on‑site for prolonged periods.
Team Up event sites require moving between start areas, finish areas, and other event locations over distances of up to approximately one mile depending on the event.
Regular use of a computer for extended periods of time.
Core Competencies
Building collaborative relationships.
Professional behavior.
Results driven.
Customer orientation.
Flexibility.
Salary & Benefits
Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit, and vacation package. The compensation range is $50,000–$60,000 depending on candidate’s relevant years of experience and geographic location.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Data Confidentiality
You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access.
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Autism Speaks is seeking a Senior Coordinator to support the strategic and operational plan for TeamUp, our signature endurance fundraising program that includes 5k to marathon events across the country.
This role is personally accountable for achieving fundraising revenue goals, delivering high‑quality participant experience, and ensuring consistent, well‑coordinated event execution, including program components. The Senior Coordinator provides hands‑on fundraising coaching to participants, delivers tools and resources to support their success and growth, tracks and reports on performance, and supports on‑site event execution.
This role is part of a collaborative, growing program and requires flexibility to pitch in across TeamUp and other peer‑to‑peer events as needed. The Manager may request the Senior Coordinator to attend other events outside their day‑to‑day portfolio.
The individual will work from home and can be located anywhere in the country; however, the Senior Coordinator must be comfortable with traveling to events.
Key Responsibilities
Support the daily operations and execution of the strategic fundraising plan for Autism Speaks’ TeamUp program and other peer‑to‑peer initiatives.
In coordination with the Centralized Fundraising Support Team, support the implementation of the fundraising incentive program.
Manage TeamUp vanity email inbox and provide best‑in‑class customer service.
Implement social media plan to increase program visibility, community engagement, and fundraising performance.
Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, digital, web, and donor support, to ensure consistent messaging and operational efficiency.
Identify and solicit in‑kind donations to enhance participant offerings and reduce expenses.
With direction from the Senior Manager, execute program timelines, communication plans, and engagement tools to recruit, train, and motivate participants to increase program revenue.
Monitor performance against revenue and participation goals (including an annual fundraising target of approximately $100,000); share reports to track progress and identify opportunities for growth and risk mitigation.
Proactively identify and troubleshoot issues affecting participant experience or program performance.
Deliver high-quality customer service by coaching and engaging an assigned portfolio of fundraising participants and volunteers across all stages of the fundraising lifecycle using phone, email, newsletters, virtual meetings, and social media.
Serve as on‑site supporting staff for key TeamUp events (which can include Chicago Marathon, New York Marathon, Houston 8K, and runDisney) and other peer‑to‑peer events as needed, providing in‑person operational and participant support to the designated event lead to achieve event goals.
Serve as a power user of fundraising platforms, ensuring effective utilization, data accuracy, and reporting integrity.
(The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor(s). As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.)
Position Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience.
Experience
3+ years relevant experience with proven track record; strong background in peer‑to‑peer fundraising.
Specialized Skills
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and seamlessly.
Proven ability to deliver high‑quality customer service and participant support.
Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills to identify challenges and implement effective solutions.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
Working knowledge of fundraising platforms and systems; experience with GoFundMe Pro or Classy preferred.
Experience with CRM and fundraising databases; Stratus Live preferred.
Demonstrated passion for mission‑driven work.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to support programs and events.
This role includes travel primarily related to events (approximately 30%), which at times involves overnight stays; occasional travel for team meetings may also occur.
Event days include setting up and moving materials as well as being actively engaged on‑site for prolonged periods.
Team Up event sites require moving between start areas, finish areas, and other event locations over distances of up to approximately one mile depending on the event.
Regular use of a computer for extended periods of time.
Core Competencies
Building collaborative relationships.
Professional behavior.
Results driven.
Customer orientation.
Flexibility.
Salary & Benefits
Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit, and vacation package. The compensation range is $50,000–$60,000 depending on candidate’s relevant years of experience and geographic location.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Data Confidentiality
You are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access.
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