Senior Director, Heart Challenge

Company: American Heart Association
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

OverviewAre you ready to join an organization where you can be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives?Envision all Americans enjoying ideal cardiovascular health free of heart disease and stroke. At the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, we get to work toward that goal every single day. Is it easy? No. Is it worthwhile? You bet!This is satisfying work that makes a real difference in people's lives. You can achieve professional growth with personal fulfillment. You will connect with people and make a lifesaving impact. You will partner with individuals, schools, lawmakers, healthcare providers and others to ensure everyone has access to healthier lifestyle choices and proper healthcare.ResponsibilitiesWe have an excellent opportunity for a Sr . Development Director - Heart Challenge in Oklahoma City .The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work in conjunction with the Executive Director to expand the success of the Oklahoma City Heart & Stroke Walks, CycleNation, & Field Day campaigns across the market.This position will be a part of the Oklahoma City Heart Challenge team with a focus on new business to successfully achieve an overall fundraising goal of $750,000 net through corporate sponsorship and driving participant income.Key Responsibilities:

• Drive new business development through sponsorship and corporate fundraising. High focus on developing relationships with new companies.
• Develop relationships with volunteers, sponsors, and key corporate/community leaders to successfully drive participation in Heart Challenge.
• Manage peer-to-peer fundraising in participating Heart Challenge companies to achieve revenue goals.
• Perform donor/fundraiser data entry and generate donor/fundraising reports (Luminate, Dynamics.
• Monitor participant fundraising trends and implement proven strategies to maximize revenue for all Heart Challenge events in Colorado.
• Serve as internal point person alongside the Executive Director to manage the Heart Challenge Leadership Team Kickoff, Executive Leadership Team meetings, and Accounting Challenge events.
• Proactively provides event support for priority revenue generation.
• Organize and create AHA account team contacts, sponsorship contacts, proposals, letters of agreement, sponsorship payments, presentations and benefits delivered.
• Ensuring successful collaboration and implementation of National Heart Challenge strategies.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Benefits:Attracting hardworking, committed employees means offering a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do.This position is eligible for our full benefits and retirement packages, generous PTO accrual, paid holidays in addition to the week of December 25th off!\#AHAIND1QualificationsRequired Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university preferred.
  • 3 + years of experience in fundraising, outside sales or in a non-profit organization in a similar capacity. This experience may also count towards satisfying this position's educational requirement.
  • 1 year of direct staff managerial experience preferably with a sales or fundraising team in a similar organization.
  • Ability to accomplish results through strong volunteer recruitment and management, proven track record in meeting sales/fundraising goals.
  • Organization, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are a must.
  • Candidates must be results driven with the ability to multitask and must also be willing and able to travel within the assigned territory up to 75.
  • Must have the ability to lift at least 20 lbs. from the ground to waist level with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must have at least basic knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office 2010 used for word processing, email, presentations, and spreadsheets.Compensation & BenefitsSalary:Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply.Benefit Plans:Our Rewards & Benefits package not only gives you the total benefits you want, but also goes above and beyond with innovative programs to develop your skills - helping you grow and thrive at the American Heart Association. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://heart.jobs/rewards-and-benefits/The American Heart Association's 2024 Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.At American Heart Association - American Stroke Association, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to heart health and stroke prevention.This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.Be sure to follow us on Twitter #TheAHALifeEOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with DisabilitiesLocation US-OK-Oklahoma CityPosted Date 4 hours ago (5/11/2022 8:45 AM)Requisition ID 2022-8617Job Category Field CampaignsPosition Type Full TimeLocation: Oklahoma City, OK

Keywords: American Heart Association, Oklahoma City , Senior Director, Heart Challenge, Executive , Oklahoma City, Oklahoma