What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Specialist - Programs - Music & Audio (Memphis, TN) position at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC?
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We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Job Description
The Senior Specialist, Programs - Music & Audio supports the strategy, planning, execution, and growth of national fundraising programs and donor engagement experiences within the Music & Audio portfolio. This role plays a key part in expanding St. Jude's presence within the music industry and driving growth across all genres, with a particular focus on the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) industry. The role helps create meaningful experiences that inspire artists, partners, donors, and supporters to advance the mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Working closely with program leadership, Territory teams, artist management, radio ownership groups, syndicated shows, on-air personalities, industry partners, and cross-functional stakeholders, the Senior Specialist helps execute fundraising campaigns, artist engagement initiatives, donor cultivation opportunities, and partner training efforts. The role is responsible for managing assigned campaigns and events, cultivating strong partner relationships, supporting revenue-generating opportunities, coordinating logistics, and ensuring exceptional stakeholder experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Program Strategy & Execution
Education & Experience
Benefits & Perks
The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.
We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.
ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.
No Search Firms
ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.
We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Job Description
The Senior Specialist, Programs - Music & Audio supports the strategy, planning, execution, and growth of national fundraising programs and donor engagement experiences within the Music & Audio portfolio. This role plays a key part in expanding St. Jude's presence within the music industry and driving growth across all genres, with a particular focus on the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) industry. The role helps create meaningful experiences that inspire artists, partners, donors, and supporters to advance the mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Working closely with program leadership, Territory teams, artist management, radio ownership groups, syndicated shows, on-air personalities, industry partners, and cross-functional stakeholders, the Senior Specialist helps execute fundraising campaigns, artist engagement initiatives, donor cultivation opportunities, and partner training efforts. The role is responsible for managing assigned campaigns and events, cultivating strong partner relationships, supporting revenue-generating opportunities, coordinating logistics, and ensuring exceptional stakeholder experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Program Strategy & Execution
- Support the achievement of fundraising and business objectives that strengthen and advance the mission of St. Jude.
- Assist in the development, planning, and execution of assigned Music & Audio campaigns, events, and donor engagement experiences.
- Contribute to growing music program strategy across genres with a focus on expanding engagement within the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) community.
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, calendars, and operational processes to ensure successful program execution.
- Support the development and implementation of artist engagement protocols and donor cultivation strategies.
- Support radio ownership groups, syndicated shows, on-air personalities, and an assigned radio territory by developing and strengthening relationships and implementing fundraising strategy.
- Manage relationships for assigned fundraising campaigns, events, sponsors, partners, volunteers, and industry stakeholders.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for designated partnerships, ensuring timely communication, follow-up, and stewardship.
- Support existing partnerships while identifying opportunities to expand engagement, fundraising impact, and mission awareness.
- Collaborate with Territory teams and external partners to execute campaigns and fulfill partnership commitments.
- Support fundraising initiatives and donor experiences across both live and virtual event environments.
- Utilize relationship-based fundraising techniques to cultivate, engage, and steward participants, donors, and supporters.
- Create meaningful mission-focused experiences that deepen donor connection and encourage long-term engagement.
- Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance participant experiences through innovative in-person, digital, and virtual engagement strategies.
- Partner with internal departments and stakeholders to improve processes, enhance program delivery, and streamline campaign execution.
- Implement communication strategies that promote alignment, awareness, and collaboration across teams and programs.
- Develop and deliver training materials, presentations, mission-focused content, and stakeholder communications.
- Support reporting, data analysis, and program evaluations to measure effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Support the exploration and implementation of new fundraising opportunities through partnerships, organic and paid social platforms, digital initiatives, sweepstakes, and other emerging audience engagement strategies.
- Assist with testing and evaluating new concepts designed to increase participation, revenue, and supporter engagement.
- Contribute ideas and recommendations that strengthen program growth, partner value, and overall fundraising outcomes.
Education & Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, event management, nonprofit programs, partnership development, marketing, entertainment, music industry relations, account management, or a related field.
- Experience managing stakeholder relationships and coordinating events, campaigns, or partnership initiatives preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) is a plus
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage internal and external audiences.
- Strong relationship-building and customer service orientation.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and CRM/event management platforms preferred.
- Passion for mission-driven work and creating meaningful donor and partner experiences.
- Interest or experience within the music, entertainment, faith-based, or nonprofit sectors is highly desirable.
- Ability to travel up to 50%, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays, as required to support events, artist engagements, and fundraising activities.
Benefits & Perks
The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.
We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.
- Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
- 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
- Exceptional Paid Time Off
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
- Infertility Treatment Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Education Assistance
- Enterprise Learning and Development
- And more
ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.
No Search Firms
ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.