Impact-Driven Executive Director, Boston Fundraising

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

Job summary

American Heart Association, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking an Executive Director to lead fundraising and community impact initiatives in the Boston market. The role focuses on generating new business, managing a donor portfolio, and guiding a board of directors.

You will lead a team of professionals with 3 direct reports, drive revenue growth, and collaborate across departments to advance the Association's mission in the Boston area.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategy for Boston market's unified health and revenue goals.
• Guide and direct the team to achieve KPIs.
• Hire, train, and evaluate staff to implement a strategic plan with development focus.
• Develop and manage a volunteer Board of Directors.
• Build partnerships with volunteers, community and corporate leaders and sponsors.
• Identify top businesses and organizations and secure involvement with documented plans.
• Engage corporate leaders to secure board and advisory engagement.
• Review programs and procedures with staff to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Event fundraising tactics

Public health experience

Philanthropic engagement

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

American Heart Association, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking an Executive Director to lead fundraising and community impact initiatives in the Boston market. The role focuses on generating new business, managing a donor portfolio, and guiding a board of directors.

You will lead a team of professionals with 3 direct reports, drive revenue growth, and collaborate across departments to advance the Association's mission in the Boston area.