Development Director, Go Red Campaign

American Heart Association; Little Rock (AR); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Heart Association in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Development Director to drive revenue for Go Red for Women campaigns, including major events and leadership engagement. This office-based role offers a hybrid schedule and the opportunity to develop strategy, manage partnerships, and expand the donor and volunteer base in Central Arkansas.

You will build proposals, lead volunteers, coordinate auctions, and collaborate with internal teams to advance our mission.

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 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

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 engagement events for members.
• Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans

Skills

Fundraising experience

Sales experience

Relationship management

Travel readiness

Education

University/College degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The American Heart Association in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Development Director to drive revenue for Go Red for Women campaigns, including major events and leadership engagement. This office-based role offers a hybrid schedule and the opportunity to develop strategy, manage partnerships, and expand the donor and volunteer base in Central Arkansas.

You will build proposals, lead volunteers, coordinate auctions, and collaborate with internal teams to advance our mission.