Senior Development Director

American Heart Association, Inc.; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan with employer match

PTO 16 days + 12 holidays

Tuition assistance

Telemedicine

Job summary

The American Heart Association in Columbus seeks a Senior Development Director to oversee Heart Walk corporate fundraising campaigns and the Heart Walk event. The role also provides supervision to two Development Directors and partners with staff to secure sponsorships, manage donor relationships, and drive revenue growth.

This leadership position offers opportunities for professional development and meaningful community impact, including access to Heart U and related resources.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or related fields.
• Proven ability to read and analyze fundraising goals and reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication, including presentations.
• Ability to manage local travel up to 75% with reliable transportation.
• Experience building proposals and donor engagement materials.

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorships and individual donations.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective sponsors and donors aligned with campaign goals.
• Develop and present proposals to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
• Recruit and supervise executive volunteer leadership and day-of-event volunteers.
• Recruit corporate team participation in Heart Walk and motivate fundraising teams.
• Lead engagement with the Cor Vitae giving society and plan member events.
• Plan and execute events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Support campaign communication plans with the Communications Director.

Skills

Fundraising

Communication

Public speaking

Spreadsheet analysis

Travel up to 75%

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

We are currently hiring for a Senior Development Director in Columbus! The Senior Development Director will oversee the Heart Walk corporate fundraising campaigns which includes our signature Heart Walk event! The Senior Director will also provide supervision to two Development Directors.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us onLinkedIn,Instagram,Facebook,X, and atheart.jobs.

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.
• Recruit corporate team participation in Heart Walk and motivate team members to fundraise.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related experience.
• University/College degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including large and small group presentations, group facilitation, and training. Skill in written communications to include clear and concise narrative reports, evaluations, and similar narrative pieces.
• Ability to read, comprehend and analyze number goals, as well as fundraising reports. Skill in use of spreadsheet/database analysis.
• Ability to do daily local travel up to 75%; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
• Must have at least basic knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office.
• 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.

Here are some of the preferred skills we are looking for:

• Experience managing and cultivating volunteer relationships.
• Knowledge of corporate and community networks.

Compensation & Benefits

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets.
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.This position not a match with your skills?

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