Managing Director, Play for P.I.N.K.

About BCRF

Breast cancer is a complex disease with no simple solution.Research is the key to stopping it in its tracks. Founded in 1993by Evelyn H. Lauder, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF)is the largest private funder of breast cancer research in theworld. We invest in the best minds in science—from thoseinvestigating prevention, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, andmetastasis—giving them the opportunity to pursue their mostinnovative ideas. Our combination of investment andcross-disciplinary collaboration accelerates the entire field andbuilds momentum for new discoveries. 

Since its inception, BCRF has invested over $900 million inresearch, which has significantly contributed to a 43% decline inbreast cancer deaths over the past three decades. BCRFinvestigators have been behind every major breakthrough in breastcancer research, and the field is moving faster thanever. 

Today, BCRF is the largest private funder of breast cancerresearch—and metastatic breast cancer research—worldwide and thecountry’s top-rated breast cancer research organization. BCRF iscurrently supporting 255 investigators across 14 countries atleading medical and academic institutions with $62.3 million inscientific grants.

About Play for P.I.N.K. 

We help 30,000 people a year turn their passion for play intolifesaving advances in breast cancer research. Play forP.I.N.K.(revention, Immediatediagnosis, ewtechnology, Knowledge) supports volunteersorganizing sporting and lifestyle events (primarily golf and tennistournaments held at country clubs) to benefit the Breast CancerResearch Foundation.

Thanks to underwriting from The Estée Lauder Companies’ BreastCancer Campaign, Play for P.I.N.K. (PFP) donates 100% of allproceeds to BCRF to fund the world’s leading researchers. Theorganization continues to grow in staff, geographic reach and itsfundraising. Last year, over 250 events were organized byvolunteers across 30 states raising a record-breaking $5.75million. Since its inception, Play for P.I.N.K. has raised nearly$80 million to fund breast cancer research that is saving lives,improving outcomes and uncovering new approaches to thischallenging disease.

About the Role

The Managing Director, Play for P.I.N.K. (MDPFP) is a strategicleader responsible for managing and growing Play for P.I.N.K.’sfundraising program. They will play a key role in developing thePFP Board, staff and volunteers in a manner that will grow PFP’srevenue and will work in partnership with other BCRF team membersto develop collaborations and other opportunities in support ofPFP’s mission. 

Reporting to BCRF’s President & CEO, the Managing Directoris responsible for driving strategy for board and volunteerdevelopment and expanding PFP’s fundraising efforts. The ManagingDirector supervises two full-time staff positions as well asconsultants and vendors. They will also partner closely with BCRF’sChief Operating Officer who serves as PFP’s Chief FinancialOfficer.  

The successful candidate will have expertise in managingvolunteer Boards and volunteer-led events. They must be anexceptionally mission-driven strategist with a successful marketingand fundraising track record and a gifted communicator andcollaborator. 

Primary Responsibilities

• As part of BCRF’s overall strategic plan, develop and implementan inspiring strategy and action plan that advances the PFPorganization’s overall mission.
• Build new capabilities, utilizing industry best practices,professional networks and tools to grow PFP’s influence andimpact.
• Be opportunistic and responsive to the external landscape toidentify and seize opportunities, enlist new partnerships, andexpand geographic reach.
• Inspire, nurture, and support a highly motivated and skilledstaff, volunteer base, and consultants and manage the PFPbudget.
• Partner with BCRF colleagues to maximize opportunities forbuilding PFP and BCRF’s brand awareness and supporters.
• Lead PFP Board activities serving to inspire and support Boardmembers and their activities. Grow and diversify the PFP Boardwhile ensuring continuity. 
• Work closely with volunteer leadership of the larger events tomaximize the participant experience and ultimately the fundraisingsuccess. Provide fundraising and logistical support, as needed.Serve as PFP spokesperson at key events. 
• Work closely with the CFO to ensure proper governance, andfinancial management including reporting and regulatory compliance.Oversee the procurement process to ensure effective expense budgetmanagement.
• Develop and implement volunteer stewardship that helps retainand grow participant involvement.
• Manage PFP’s external communications, coordinating closely withBCRF’s Marketing and Communications team and externalvendors. 

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience with nonprofit grassroots fundraisingand/or similarly aligned corporate marketing and eventsmanagement.
• Proven leadership skills including working with Board and othervolunteer stakeholders. 
• Interest in the sport of golf and/or tennis.
• Understanding of the fundraising and events marketing landscapeincluding trends and best practices. 
• Evidence of success in developing strategic plans, developingmetrics and achieving goals. 
• Skilled at responding to evolving organizational strategies,growing teams, building infrastructure, and improving operationsand efficiencies.
• Excellent strategic communication skills, including written andverbal communication, public speaking skills, and keen attention todetail and nuance.
• Accustomed to working, problem solving and collaboratingthoughtfully in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to work creatively within a resource constrainedenvironment while leveraging the broad and significant array ofassets to maximum impact.
• Bring a data-driven approach to evaluating impact and overalldecision-making.
• Proven success leading and motivating high-performingteams.
• Passion for the mission and work of PFP and BCRFessential.

Compensation
The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000 annually,along with an exceptional benefits package focusing on employeephysical, financial, and mental wellness.

This is a full-time position. There will be the occasionalneed to work extra hours in the evenings and on weekends to fulfillthe requirements of the role.

Location 
This position is based in New York City, New York. While performingthe duties of this role, you would be expected to be in the officeat least three days per week. 

To Apply
Please submit a cover letter expressing your intention to apply forthe role, and a CV.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please, no phonecalls. All inquiries will be held in confidence.

Our Commitments
BCRF is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Disabled/Veterans EqualOpportunity Employer.

BCRF upholds an equal opportunity employment policy andemploys personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity,national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, marital status, age, physical ormental ability, veteran status, military obligations, geneticinformation, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
This policy applies to all applicants, employees, consultants,third-party workers.

Please note that this role description is not designed tocover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, orresponsibilities required of the employee for this role. Duties,responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may beassigned at any time, with or without notice.