American Heart Association

Development Director

American Heart Association$73K — $98K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising or sales
  • University/College degree or equivalent experience
  • Ability to travel locally up to 75% of the time
  • Capacity to lift/move large objects with assistance if necessary
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

  • Generate revenue through local corporate sponsorship and individual donations
  • Build a pipeline of corporate sponsors and donors to meet campaign goals
  • Develop and present proposals for revenue and volunteer engagement
  • Recruit executive volunteers and committees for events
  • Coordinate auction items and prepare fundraising packages
  • Engage new members for the Cor Vitae giving society through events
  • Plan and implement events with partners
  • Collaborate on campaign communication strategies with the Communications Director

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with regular market reviews
  • Annual incentive programs linked to performance
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Robust retirement program with employer match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at a minimum of 16 days per year
  • Tuition assistance for further education and career development
Full Job Description
Overview

We are currently hiring a Development Director in the Long Island, NY market.  The Director will generate revenue for our signature Heart Ball Gala fundraising campaign.  This campaign includes our signature Golf Classic event.  This position will be based in our hybrid environment, with time spent in our Melville, NY, office for meetings and collaboration, and time in your territory, working with donors.We have a fast-paced sales type of environment with the main responsibility of driving revenue in support of our mission.  We offer a base salary with the potential to earn an incentive up to 25% of your base pay. The potential incentive is based on achieving certain revenue targets and triggers. 

 

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

 

Responsibilities
  • Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations.  Achieve revenue goals by building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners and donors.
  • Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors by conducting research that matches to the campaign goals and the Association's mission.
  • Develop and present proposals and accompanying materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
  • Recruit and be responsible for executive volunteer leadership, volunteer committees, and day-of-the-event volunteers.
  • Coordinate the event auction, including leading a committee of volunteers to solicit auction items and prepare packages that will raise funds.
  • Lead and engage new individual membership for our Cor Vitae giving society, in partnership with other appropriate fundraising staff.  Includes planning and implementing regular member engagement events.
  • Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
  • Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.
Qualifications
  • 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related experience
  • University/College degree or equivalent experience
  • Ability to do daily local travel up to 75% and some rare overnight trips as needed; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis
  • Ability to lift and/or move large objects (such as boxes) with the expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components, or requesting additional assistance may be required before lifting and/or moving
  • Must have at least basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office

Here are some of the preferred experiences and skills we are seeking:

  • Experience managing and cultivating high-level leaders at the C-Suite level
  • Knowledge of corporate and community networks
Compensation & Benefits

The expected pay range will be $73,800 to $98,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. This position is incentive-eligible based on achieving certain targets.

 

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package.  Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

 

  • Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary.  That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
  • Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets.
  • Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution.  As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
  • Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.  Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
  • Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees.  The number of days will increase based on seniority level.  You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
  • Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees.  This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
 

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.This position not a match with your skills?  Click here to see other opportunities.

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About American Heart Association

The American Heart Association (AHA) is a non-profit organization founded in 1924 by six cardiologists. The organization's mission is to promote cardiovascular health and reduce the incidence of heart disease and stroke. The AHA provides education, advocacy, and research funding to support its goals. The organization has over 33 million volunteers and supporters, and it is one of the largest and most influential health organizations in the United States. The AHA is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and it has offices in all 50 states.
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