Sr. Advisor - Area Development; Houston, TX

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.

As a Sr. Advisor Area Development at ALSAC, you have the incredible opportunity to be a driving force behind our mission to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Your role will play a pivotal part in ensuring that we continue to grow giving and exceed revenue goals, enabling us to provide cutting-edge medical care and research that changes lives.

A Sr. Advisor, Area Development in the South Texas region is responsible for the development and implementation of meaningful acquisition, cultivation, and stewardship strategies to grow giving and meet or exceed revenue goals with St. Jude donors and supporters throughout the Houston market. As a senior member of the South Texas fundraising team, this role activates, supports, and inspires high-value volunteers and committees to identify and acquire new donors through relationships, events, and community activations.

The position manages a blended portfolio of annual and corporate donors, as well as leadership volunteers, with responsibility for retaining and growing donor giving through personalized stewardship, strategic cultivation, and the management of key donor and volunteer relationships.

This senior position will specifically lead the revenue generation, expense management and relationship building for the St. Jude Houston Golf
Classic and the Houston Crawfish for a Cure event through a volunteer leadership team and alongside key partners and stakeholders. In addition, leading the iHeart Houston (cluster), KKBQ 93Q Country and KMJQ 102.1 Majic St. Jude Radiothons
. Your key responsibilities are to manage the year-round support and cultivation of these valued media partners; along with executing a 2-and 3-day Radiothon with each radio partner. These books of business(es) will drive a minimum of $2.2 M in revenue generation. As the South Texas Area continues to grow, this role requires flexibility around the needs of the business.

• Creative Visionary:
  In collaboration with area leadership, develop and execute iconic signature event experiences that transcend expectations, from intimate gatherings to grand galas. Driving this strategy will the recruitment and cultivation of high-profile committee.
• Organizational Pro:
  Manage projects autonomously, with an eye for detail.
• Cultivate Relationships with
  
  Purpose:
  
  Utilize your exceptional interpersonal and relationship development skills to forge deep connections with corporate partners and individuals, fostering relationships that extend beyond transactions. Your ability to engage through face-to-face interactions and strategic communication will help recruit new corporate sponsors and nurture existing partnerships, generating a cycle of support that sustains our mission.
• Collaborate for Impact:
  Team up with internal stakeholders to achieve defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Your role will involve monitoring progress, evaluating outcomes, and using insights to guide necessary adjustments. Through effective collaboration,you’ll ensure that every action taken aligns with our mission and maximizes outcomes.
• Empower Fundraising Initiatives:
  Leverage your fundraising expertise to empower volunteers and donors. Providing them with motivation, direction, and resources through various communication channels, including personal visits, written correspondence, and electronic platforms, will be your conduit for ensuring their success in driving fundraising initiatives.
• Strategize for Growth:
  Develop compelling and purpose-driven cultivation and stewardship strategies. These strategies will enhance engagement and philanthropic contributions from St. Jude donors, fortifying the revenue programs that underpin our lifesaving work.
• Champion Donor Relationships:
  Builds, maintains, and manages a blended portfolio of 75-100 corporate, individual leadership annual donors and leadership volunteers. Manage a diverse portfolio of corporate, individual, major, and leadership annual donors, and volunteers. Your role will involve building, maintaining, and nurturing these critical relationships. Through strategic nurturing,you’ll not only retain their support but also foster growth in their contributions.
• Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate closely with program owners in Development to enhance donor and volunteer relationship management. Your insights and collaborative efforts will ensure the seamless integration of stewardship, financial analysis, and program alignment to amplify our impact.
• Data-Driven Impact:
  Leverage your high-level understanding of data systems to drive effective stewardship strategies. Analyzing donor interactions and engagement details will empower you to tailor personalized touchpoints, ensuring our supporters receive accurate, relevant, and timely communications that resonate with their philanthropic journey.
• Elevate Our Presence:
  Represent ALSAC/St. Jude…