The Association for association professionals in Chicagoland
Posted: 22-Apr-26
Location: Denver, Colorado
Type: Full Time
Salary: 75000-80000
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Internal Number: 2026-04
The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) is the premier international membership association for physicians, researchers, and medical professionals, who are dedicated to conquering lung and thoracic cancers worldwide. We are seeking a Philanthropy Manager to develop and execute the IASLC’s philanthropic strategy for individual giving, major gifts, planned giving, and support for the IASLC Foundation.
Day to day, the Philanthropy Manager is responsible for donor engagement, revenue growth, and long-term relationship development in support of the IASLC’s global mission and IASLC Foundation initiatives. The Philanthropy Manager cultivates a portfolio of high-value donors and prospects, leads fundraising campaigns and initiatives, and collaborates cross-functionally to build a diversified, sustainable philanthropic revenue stream.
This nonsupervisory, exempt position is physically based in our downtown Denver, CO office on a hybrid work schedule. This position reports to the Chief Development Officer.
In this role, you will:
- In collaboration with the CDO, develop and execute a comprehensive philanthropic strategy aligned with IASLC’s strategic plan and IASLC Foundation priorities.
- Increase revenue growth across annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, and support for the IASLC Foundation.
- Manage and grow a portfolio of approximately 100–150 individual donors and prospects.
- Cultivate and steward donors through personalized engagement strategies.
- Identify and advance new major gift prospects, with a focus on increasing domestic and global engagement.
- Identify and pursue grant opportunities from private and family foundations.
- Serve as the staff liaison to the IASLC Foundation Advisory Board, providing support and communication related to activities and global philanthropic initiatives.
- Manage philanthropic activities related to IASLC conferences and fundraising events.
- Support IASLC Foundation initiatives and programs through targeted fundraising efforts, including the virtual Wellness Challenge event at IASLC’s annual World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC).
- Develop proposals, reports, and stewardship communications for donors and foundation partners.
- Manage donor recognition activities, acknowledgments, and impact reporting.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a part of a team and maintain positive interpersonal relationships in a small, cooperative working environment.
- Ensure compliance with fundraising best practices and organizational policies.
- Manage donor database (CRM) systems, ensuring data integrity, and accurate reporting
- Working closely with the CDO, oversee the budget for the IASLC Foundation ($1.5-2M).
- Represent the IASLC at domestic and international meetings to cultivate donor relationships.
What makes the IASLC the place for you?
- A meaningful mission. Your work will support global efforts to find effective treatments for lung cancer, one of the most prevalent and deadly forms of cancer worldwide.
- Opportunity to work with leading physicians and researchers. You will meet and promote the activities of the world’s brightest minds in the field of thoracic oncology and exciting new scientific advancements.
- A positive work culture. Our people make the IASLC a special place to work. We are committed to living out our company values at all levels on a daily basis.
- Belong to a collaborative team. Our small team creates a lot of magic through our collaborative approach to work. Your work will provide many opportunities to work cross-functionally across the organization.
- Great employee benefits. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits. We also offer a generous 401(k) match, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and other perks. In addition, some positions will have opportunities to travel domestically and internationally.
- Hybrid work schedule. Employees are based in our Denver office 2 days weekly and are allowed to work remotely 3 days per week.
- Compensation: $75,000-80,000 annually, depending on related experience and education.
We believe the best solutions come from diverse teams. We strive to have an environment where everyone has an opportunity to be successful regardless of any lawfully protected status.
A successful candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 4-5 years of demonstrated success in nonprofit fundraising, philanthropy, donor relations, or related field.
- Demonstrated success in cultivating and securing major gifts.
- Experience managing donor portfolios and executing fundraising campaigns.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and meet revenue-driven goals.
- Professional written and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of principles, ethics, and best practices for successful philanthropic activities.
- Thorough understanding and demonstrated experience with fundraising tools, techniques, and donor engagement strategies.
- Professional discretion and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a part of a team and maintain positive interpersonal relationships in a small, cooperative working environment.
- Proficiency in using CRM systems and fundraising software.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally to IASLC conferences and events, as needed (5-10%).
- Multilingual fluency/literacy would be a plus.
TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted through the IASLC Careers page at www.iaslc.org.
Cover letter and resume are required for consideration.
