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Job Description:

WHY CHOOSE US?

Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else - it's as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world's largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.

When you choose to be a force for good, you'll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life's work with an ongoing mission that's bigger than all of us. As you care for others, you're cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.

Where Your Career is a Force for Good!

The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Director of Development to support the Illinois Region and must be able to come into the office a few times a week This is a hybrid work position where you will meet with donors frequently, work once a week in our office at 2200 W Harrison Street and remote at other times.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

In this role, you will partner with a Chief Development Officer to lead a team of professional fundraisers in strengthening and growing the region's fundraising events, board relations and foundation donors to meet its assigned financial yearly target over $20M. You will provide leadership to the staff and volunteers in planning, managing, and implementing fundraising development strategies for assigned segment(s) of giving. You will also, assist in the cultivation of donors and sponsors to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets while maintaining your own portfolios. The Director is responsible to lead a team including hiring, training, coaching, and managing performance. You will also provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all assigned volunteers.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD:

Develop and implement a strategic plan for revenue growth from donors at the $5,000+ level with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Serve as a staff liaison to the Board's Philanthropy Committee and developing and implementing strategies for board giving and influence for the region, leading the region's special events programs and leading a strategy to identify, cultivate, and engage foundations to grow their support for the American Red Cross.

Personally manage a portfolio of high-level donors and prospects within assigned segment to achieve annual revenue target, including both renewable gifts and new incremental revenue. Revenue target may increase due to major domestic disasters. Develop and implement strategies for donor discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Serve as a senior leader in the Region and proactively drive the implementation of strategic decisions for the organization. Ensure that the Region meets all reporting requirements related to fundraising, including ensuring up to date donor records in Salesforce.
Provide oversight for four major fundraising events across state-wide region, raising over $2 million annually, including the American Red Cross' largest fundraiser nationally, the Heroes Breakfast
Be at the Forefront of Disaster Relief Fundraising: When emergencies arise, the American Red Cross is ready to support communities in times of disaster. Support disaster relief fundraising efforts that drive immediate impact and attracts donors to our life saving mission.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is: $120,000 - 132,000. You will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance.

Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Bachelor's degree required. An advanced degree is highly desirable.
Minimum 7 years of sales/fundraising experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
Five years of management experience.
Experience with increasing philanthropic revenue from diverse constituencies, developing and implementing broad-based fundraising programs, and knowledge of "best practices" in development.
A current valid driver's license and a good driving record is required.
Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g. Raiser's Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation.

Travel: Requires frequent travel within the Illinois Region. Occasional travel within the Division may be required.

* Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE:

Established contact with funders; especially private foundations in the Chicago area.
Experience in managing large fundraising events

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.

Medical, Dental Vision plans
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure
Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
401K with 6% match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
Service Awards and recognition

Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements are those present in normal office environment conditions. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software, and office equipment for sustained periods of time. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions.

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make your career a force for good!

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners - the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance - launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce. American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations.

Interested in Volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.

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