Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Associate Executive Director

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation$108K — $135K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Four-year college degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • Minimum of eight years of relevant non-profit experience, with two years in a supervisory role.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team and community engagement.
  • Demonstrated initiative, follow-through, and sound judgment in decision-making.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized in a dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for daily operational tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with leadership on revenue goals, annual objectives, and operational budgets.
  • Manage events or campaigns to achieve chapter revenue objectives.
  • Supervise development staff to ensure successful event logistics and execution.
  • Cultivate and nurture corporate relationships and sponsorships.
  • Engage with CF families, volunteers, donors, and community members to build strong networks.
  • Lead initiatives for volunteer recruitment and manage volunteer engagement.
  • Oversee individual giving, including relationships with major gift and annual fund donors.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation including base pay and incentives.
  • Comprehensive benefits package for employee wellness.
  • Generous time off to support work-life balance.
  • Professional development opportunities to encourage career growth.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is seeking an Associate Executive Director (AED) to join our dynamic team. As the leading organization dedicated to finding a cure for cystic fibrosis, we are committed to improving the lives of people with CF and their families. The AED supports the Executive Director in managing the Tier 1 chapter. They lead the chapter to foster a collaborative, donor-centric culture among staff, donors, volunteers, care center professionals, corporate sponsors, and national partners. They also communicate and raise awareness about CF and the Foundation's work at events and other sponsored programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Collaborate with leadership to develop revenue goals, annual goals, and operational budgets.
  • Assist in achieving chapter revenue through managing events or campaigns.
  • Supervise development staff in event logistics and implementation of events.
  • Recruit, cultivate, nurture corporate relationships, and sponsors.
  • Network with CF families, volunteers, donors, and community members.
  • Collaborate with chapter leadership to develop volunteer recruitment initiatives and recruit volunteers.
  • Lead individual giving, manage major gift, and annual fund donors.
  • Ensure effective chapter operations.
  • Effectively resolve chapter issues with staff, volunteers, and donors.
  • Communicate CF Compass service opportunities to key leaders, event participants, care team members, and community members.
  • Recruit, interview, hire, orient, mentor, and train staff collaboratively with area leadership.
  • Ensure compliance with audit and financial requirements.
  • Supervise event forecasts for accurate revenue and expense tracking.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Four-year college degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
  • Minimum of eight years related non-profit experience, including two years of supervisory experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Initiative, follow-through, and sound judgment.
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and stay organized.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.


REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
  • Reports to the Executive Director. Leads and manages chapter staff.


WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Work nights and weekends, as necessary.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel to meetings or events.
  • Sitting, bending, reaching, and walking.
  • Some heavy lifting may be required.


The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days or until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply promptly if interested.

The salary range is $108,800.00 to $135,800.00. Specific salary varies based on geographic location and is commensurate with experience.

Total Rewards: The CF Foundation is committed to offering competitive compensation (base pay and incentive), benefits, time off and professional development opportunities that maximize our ability to recruit, retain, reward, and motivate a highly qualified and diverse workforce. Visit our Why Work at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for detailed total rewards information.

About Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is a 501 non-profit organization in the United States established to provide the means to cure cystic fibrosis and ensure that those living with CF live long and productive lives. The Foundation provides information about cystic fibrosis and finances CF research that aims to improve the quality of life for people with the disease. The Foundation also engages in legislative lobbying for cystic fibrosis.
Learn more about Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

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