Career Opportunities

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We thank you for your interest in working at Prevent Cancer Foundation, where we share a vision of a world where cancer is preventable, detectable and beatable for all. Please see below for open positions!

We are driven by a vision of a world where cancer is preventable, detectable and beatable for all. Join us and help make this a reality.

The Prevent Cancer Foundation® is the only U.S. nonprofit organization focused solely on saving lives across all populations through cancer prevention and early detection. Through research, education, outreach and advocacy, we have helped countless people avoid a cancer diagnosis or detect their cancer early enough to be successfully treated.

تنهض المؤسسة لمواجهة التحدي المتمثل في تقليل وفيات السرطان بمقدار 40% بحلول عام 2035. ولتحقيق ذلك، نحن ملتزمون باستثمار $20 مليون في التقنيات المبتكرة للكشف عن السرطان مبكرًا وتعزيز فحص السرطان المتعدد، و$10 مليون لتوسيع نطاق فحص السرطان والتطعيم. الوصول إلى المجتمعات المحرومة طبيًا، و$10 مليون لتثقيف الجمهور حول خيارات الفحص والتطعيم.

Open Positions

POSITION TITLE: Events and Advocacy Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Development and External Affairs

REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Special Events and Major Gifts and Senior Director, Advocacy and Policy

F.L.S.A. STATUS: Exempt

LOCATION: Hybrid (on-site in our Alexandria, VA office required for a minimum of 3 days per week).

SALARY: $45,000-$50,000. This is a full-time exempt position with competitive benefits. Benefits include, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Events and Advocacy Coordinator supports the successful execution of Foundation events and advocacy activities through strong logistical coordination, administrative support, and cross-team collaboration. This role assists with event planning, advocacy meetings and convenings, and select development and stewardship tasks, helping ensure a seamless experience for partners, donors, and stakeholders.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Events Support

Provide logistical and administrative support for Foundation events, including the annual gala, beneficiary events, briefings, board meetings, convenings and other cultivation or stewardship events.

Assist with event timelines, task tracking, vendor coordination and internal communications.

Support event registration, guest lists, RSVP tracking, seating coordination and/or name tags and post‑event follow‑up.

Assist with preparation of event materials such as run‑of‑show documents, briefing materials, signage and sponsor recognition.

Help track event expenses, invoices and documentation.

Advocacy Support

Support the planning and execution of advocacy‑related activities, including congressional briefings, Hill visits, workshops, roundtables, webinars and partner engagement.

Assist with coordination of materials, scheduling, notetaking and logistics for advocacy meetings and events.

Maintain advocacy contact lists and support the Advocacy newsletter.

Development & Fundraising Support

Provide administrative support for development activities, including donor acknowledgments, data entry and stewardship tracking.

Support the preparation of fundraising and stewardship materials, reports and presentations.

Coordinate with Development staff to ensure timely follow‑up with donors, sponsors and partners.

Assist with prospect research and preparation of background materials, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1-3 years of experience in event coordination, advocacy, development, or nonprofit administration.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Availability for occasional evening or event-related work.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience supporting events, meetings or convenings (logistics, registration, materials).

Experience in a nonprofit or advocacy organization.

Familiarity with CRM systems, event registration platforms or webinar tools.

Interest in public health, advocacy or nonprofit fundraising.

The Prevent Cancer Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
To apply please send cover letter, salary requirements and resume to jobs@preventcancer.org

POSITION TITLE: Director, Special Events

DEPARTMENT: Development

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Development and Marketing

F.L.S.A. STATUS: Exempt

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes

LOCATION: Alexandria, VA with option for remote work 1 day per week

SALARY: $85,000-$95,000

This is a full-time exempt position with competitive benefits. Benefits include, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Director of Special Events is responsible for the strategy, planning, logistics, and execution of the Foundation’s fundraising events, with a primary focus on the annual gala—a largescale, high-profile event generating more than $2 million annually. This role leads end-to-end gala logistics and production, oversees corporate sponsorship fundraising related to events, and ensures events are leveraged as meaningful donor engagement and cultivation opportunities, including connections to major gifts. The Director also leads the strategy and growth of the Foundation’s beneficiary events, expanding both participation and revenue.

The Director of Special Events works closely with development leadership, corporate partners, beneficiaries, volunteers, and vendors to deliver exceptional events that advance fundraising goals and strengthen donor and sponsor relationships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Annual Gala Leadership, Logistics, and Volunteer Engagement

Serve as the primary staff lead for the Foundation’s annual gala, overseeing all planning, logistics, production, and onsite execution.
Manage all operational aspects of the gala, including venue coordination, vendor management, contracts, timelines, run-of-show, staffing, and post-event wrap-up.
Lead and manage the gala committee, working closely with volunteer leaders to support fundraising goals, sponsorship outreach, host recruitment, and donor engagement.
Develop and manage the gala budget, ensuring fiscal oversight, cost control, and strong return on investment.

Corporate Sponsorship Event Fundraising

Develop and execute corporate sponsorship strategy for the annual gala and other fundraising or beneficiary events, as applicable.
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate sponsors, ensuring strong relationships and fulfillment of sponsorship benefits.
Collaborate with development leadership to align sponsorship outreach with broader fundraising priorities.

Donor Engagement and Connection to Major Gifts

Partner with the major gifts team to ensure the gala and related events are leveraged as donor cultivation and stewardship opportunities, particularly for major and prospective major donors.
Support donor follow-up strategies connected to event attendance, sponsorships, and volunteer leadership roles.
Coordinate with development colleagues on donor recognition, acknowledgments, and post-event stewardship tied to events.

Beneficiary Events Strategy and Growth

Serve as the primary liaison for the Foundation’s beneficiary events, providing leadership, guidance, and support to participating beneficiaries.
Develop and implement strategies to grow the number, scale, and revenue of beneficiary events over time.
Support beneficiaries with fundraising best practices, sponsorship strategies, and event execution guidance.
Track and evaluate beneficiary event performance, identifying opportunities for increased impact and revenue.
Support corporate sponsorship fundraising for annual Awesome Games Done Quick beneficiary event.

Leadership, Administration, and Collaboration

Supervise and support staff, vendors, and consultants involved in special events and related fundraising activities, as applicable. This position currently manages an Events Coordinator.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with marketing and communications, finance, and programs to ensure alignment and seamless execution.
Maintain detailed event timelines, calendars, budgets, and reporting.
Ensure accurate tracking of event revenue, sponsorships, and donor engagement in coordination with development operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required.
6-8 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising events, event production, or related fields.
Demonstrated success leading large-scale, high-revenue fundraising events, including end-to-end logistics and production management.
Proven experience securing and stewarding corporate sponsorships (fundraising, partnership development, or sales).
Strong relationship-building skills and experience working with volunteers, committees, and senior stakeholders.
Exceptional project management, communication, and attention to detail, including budgeting and managing multiple deadlines.
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required by events and donor engagement.

To apply please send cover letter, salary requirements and resume to jobs@preventcancer.org

Prevent Cancer Foundation Internships

There are no available internships at this time. However, we encourage you to check back in the future for new opportunities!

Research suggests that women and people of color may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage people who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive at the Prevent Cancer Foundation to apply for these positions.