Development Director: Heart Walk Fundraising (Hybrid)

American Heart Association; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

75% travel

Competitive base salary

Incentive eligibility (up to 25% of BP

Employee development resources

Job summary

The American Heart Association is hiring a Development Director in Fort Worth, TX. This hybrid role focuses on generating revenue for the Heart Walk fundraising campaign, including sponsorships and individual donations, with approximately 75% travel within the territory.

The position offers a base salary with an incentive up to 25% of base pay and access to Heart U and other development programs. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to healthier lives through research, education, and community

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, recruiting, and securing local corporate Heart Walk participation, sponsorship, and individual donations.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners and donors to achieve revenue goals.
• Collaborate with Heart Walk team to set fundraising goals and cultivate coaches, Top Walkers, and walkers.
• Develop and present proposals and materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
• Recruit, manage, and cultivate day-of-event volunteers and leadership teams.
• Lead and engage new individual membership for Cor Vitae giving society and plan engagement events.
• Plan and implement Heart Walk events with internal and external partners.
• Maintain accurate donor information in the CRM and Microsoft platforms.
• Support campaign communications with Marketing and Communications teams.

Skills

Fundraising

Sales

Relationship building

Corporate partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The American Heart Association is hiring a Development Director in Fort Worth, TX. This hybrid role focuses on generating revenue for the Heart Walk fundraising campaign, including sponsorships and individual donations, with approximately 75% travel within the territory.

The position offers a base salary with an incentive up to 25% of base pay and access to Heart U and other development programs. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to healthier lives through research, education, and community