Executive Director, Boston Market Fundraising & Impact

American Heart Association; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

American Heart Association in Boston, MA seeks an Executive Director to lead fundraising and community impact efforts. The role oversees a portfolio of donors, manages 3 direct reports, and guides a market team to drive revenue and mission impact.

The position is office-based with a hybrid schedule and ~75% travel within the Boston market. The successful candidate will develop strategic plans, build diverse partnerships, and advance unrestricted funding to meet ambitious campaign goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5 years of relevant experience and 6 years of managerial experience in sales or fundraising.
• Direct knowledge of special event fundraising tactics.
• Public health experience is helpful.
• Ability to travel throughout the Boston market ~75%.

Responsibilities

• Develop the strategy and direction for the Boston market’s unified health and $6M revenue efforts, with bottom-line responsibility.
• Guide and direct the team to achieve KPIs.
• Hire, train, and evaluate staff to implement a strategic plan with aggressive unrestricted revenue growth.
• Develop and manage a volunteer Board of Directors.
• Build partnerships with volunteers, community and corporate leaders, sponsors, and other stakeholders.
• Profile top businesses and organizations with plans to secure involvement.
• Engage corporate leaders to support initiatives in key roles.
• Review programs with staff and implement improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

American Heart Association in Boston, MA seeks an Executive Director to lead fundraising and community impact efforts. The role oversees a portfolio of donors, manages 3 direct reports, and guides a market team to drive revenue and mission impact.

The position is office-based with a hybrid schedule and ~75% travel within the Boston market. The successful candidate will develop strategic plans, build diverse partnerships, and advance unrestricted funding to meet ambitious campaign goals.