Development Director

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 a Development Director in New York City, NY
. The Director will join a 5-person team that generates revenue for our Wall Street Run & Heart Walk fundraising campaign
This position will require office and field time. While each team member is accountable for their own portfolio and performance, you'll work as part of a close-knit, highly collaborative team that together raises more than $5.5M.We have a fast-paced sales-type environment, with the main responsibility of driving revenue in support of our mission. We offer a base salary with the potential to earn an incentive up to 25% of your base pay.

The potential incentive is based on achieving certain revenue targets and triggers.

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• Generate revenue by prospecting, cultivating, and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations through targeted research, pipeline development, relationship management, and the creation and presentation of compelling proposals aligned with campaign goals and the Association's mission.
• Recruit executive volunteers to serve in critical leadership roles driving the success of the campaign.
• Recruit and steward corporate teams for the Wall Street Run & Heart Walk by building strong relationships with corporate leaders, setting clear engagement targets, driving individual and team fundraising, activating executive leadership, and leveraging business partner campaigns to maximize impact.
• Lead and engage new individual membership for our Cor Vitae giving society, in partnership with other appropriate fundraising staff.
• Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.

Want to help get your resume to the top? Take a look at the experience we require:

• 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%; 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

Here are some of the preferred experiences and skills we are seeking:

• Experience managing and cultivating high-level leaders at the C-Suite level

• Knowledge of corporate and community networks

• Peer-to-peer fundraising experience

Expected pay:
The base pay range will be $71,600 to $95,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range. We offer a base salary with the potential to earn an incentive up to 25% of your base pay. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.

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