TEAM OVERVIEW:
The Jimmy Fund is comprised of hundreds of community-based fundraising events and programs that solely and directly benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s lifesaving mission to provide compassionate patient care and groundbreaking cancer research for children and adults. The Jimmy Fund Team is responsible for the fundraising strategy, planning, and execution of signature events in the community, as well as hundreds of volunteer-driven fundraisers throughout New England. The Co-op will be a member of the Jimmy Fund team, a 40+ person staff dedicated to raising critical funds and awareness for cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. This position offers meaningful exposure to philanthropy, peer-to-peer fundraising, and community-based fundraising events through hands-on involvement with a diverse portfolio of events, including the Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber, Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge (DFMC), World Marathon Majors, Scooper Bowl, and Jimmy Fund Day.
Working closely with team members across fundraising and operations, the Co-op will support a variety of administrative and project-based responsibilities before, during, and after events. The individual will play an integral role in participant experience, event execution, and operational success, gaining valuable insight into nonprofit fundraising and large-scale event management.
The Co-op should embody Dana-Farber's Core Values of Impact, Excellence, Compassion & Respect, Discovery, and Equity & Inclusion in daily work. Contribute to the Dana-Farber community by fostering collaboration across teams and departments, and help cultivate an ethical, positive, and results-oriented culture grounded in open communication and mutual respect.
DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
OVERVIEW OF CO-OP DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the planning and execution of Run for Dana-Farber events, including the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge (DFMC), World Marathon Majors, and other Run Dana-Farber programs as needed.
- Monitor the DFMC and Run Dana-Farber inboxes, responding to participant inquiries regarding program logistics, fundraising, and runner support while providing excellent customer service.
- Support event planning, logistics, and execution for Run Dana-Farber programs, including:
- DFMC inventory management, packing, and fulfillment
- Pasta Party event support, including presentation development, inventory and packing coordination, and RSVP management
- Participant mailings for DFMC and World Marathon Majors participants
- Race entry tracking and participant record management
- Serve as event staff during event weekends and key program activities, including Boston Marathon Weekend and occasional Saturday morning training runs.
- Support participant stewardship and engagement outreach initiatives to enhance the runner experience.
- Assist in the planning and execution of the Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber
- Assist with the planning and execution of participant mailings (Walk Pacesetter Mailing)
- Support event planning and execution
- Walk Awards & Milestones Stewardship event support
- Support Walk assessment of FY26 inventory in preparation for the Fall FY27 event
- Provide administrative and operational support across the team as needed, including support for:
- Run Dana-Farber programs
- Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber
- Patient Partner Program
- In-kind sponsor solicitation and stewardship efforts
Assist in the planning and execution of the Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist in outreach efforts to promote ticket sales
- Assist in budget tracking, invoicing, and making vendor payments
- Assist with inbox coverage, reply to inquiries on tickets sales, event details, and questions
- Assist in logistical execution of mailings, event supply orders and packing, and event set up
- Serve in event staff role on event and set up days; must be available in person during potential event weeks (5/31 – 6/4 and 6/7-6/11)
Assist in the planning and execution of Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Support administrative projects as assigned
- Serve in event staff role on set up and event days pending timing and availability
- Research and coordinate new participant stewardship opportunities
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated team player who consistently displays professionalism. Must possess excellent communication skills and be customer service oriented. Student must have previous office experience and be organized, detail-oriented, mature, and tactful. Student must be able to work with multiple databases and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel is required.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED/PREFERRED:
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Works independently
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite especially excel, word, and PowerPoint
- Comfortable answering phones and making calls
- Previous event planning or event volunteer experience a plus but not required
DISCLAIMER:
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under state or federal law, must be able to perform the essential job functions either with or without a reasonable accommodation. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties (including essential functions), responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Non-essential and/or marginal job functions may be adjusted to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is “at will.”
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$31,200.00 - $41,200.00
