Senior Product Manager, Fundraising

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Position Title: Senior Product Manager, Fundraising
Location: Detroit
Country: United States
Deadline Date: No specific deadline indicated, apply timely to not miss an opportunity.

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a leading organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, with a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Established over a century ago, the AHA has grown to become a trusted leader in cardiovascular and brain health, operating in numerous countries and employing thousands of individuals. The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to creating a workplace culture that reflects these values. As they celebrate their Centennial year, they are focused on shaping the next century of impact and health for everyone, everywhere.

Job Overview:
The Senior Product Manager, Fundraising will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the American Heart Association's fundraising products, particularly focusing on the American School Engagement program, which includes initiatives like Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge. This position requires a strategic leader who will define the product vision and strategy for the associated digital platform capabilities. The role involves developing, prioritizing, and maintaining a product roadmap that spans 12 to 36 months, collaborating with delivery teams, stakeholders, and leadership. The Senior Product Manager will guide key strategic decisions and investment prioritization, ensuring that the products deliver exceptional value to customers. This position also entails collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and launch digital experiences that align with the organization's goals and market needs, while also leading an organizational shift towards a product lifecycle management approach.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Product Manager, Fundraising include:

• Strategic Leadership for Product Strategy and Vision: Collaborating with stakeholders to define and maintain the product vision and strategy, conducting market research and competitive analysis, and driving innovation by exploring new product ideas and enhancements.
• Product Planning and Roadmapping: Working with cross-functional teams to create and prioritize product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs, and making data-driven decisions to prioritize features based on customer feedback and market trends.
• Product Development and Launch: Coordinating with fundraising and technology teams to monitor the product development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance, and managing funding processes and budget across the product lifecycle.
• Performance Tracking and Analytics: Defining key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success, analyzing data and user feedback to optimize user experience, and evaluating the impact of new feature launches on business outcomes.
• Customer Focus and Relationship Building: Maintaining a deep understanding of customer needs, cultivating relationships with key volunteers and stakeholders, and ensuring that customer journeys align with the association's long-term goals.
• Collaboration and Communication: Fostering transparent communication across departments, collaborating with executive leadership to present product plans, and developing visual communications to enhance clarity and collaboration.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Senior Product Manager, Fundraising position include:

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in product management, with a proven track record of successfully launching and managing products throughout their lifecycle.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and customers.
• A data-driven mindset with experience in using analytics to inform product decisions.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and product management tools such as Jira, Product Board, and Figma.
• A thorough understanding of current digital engagement trends and the ability to integrate these into the product vision.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or Engineering. A Master's degree or MBA is preferred but not mandatory. The educational qualifications should align with the responsibilities of product management and the strategic direction of the fundraising initiatives.

Experience:
The level of experience needed for the Senior Product Manager, Fundraising position is at least 5 years of progressive experience in product management. This experience should include a proven track record of successfully launching and managing products throughout their lifecycle, demonstrating strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is implied as the primary language for communication. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and offers flexible work arrangements. The expected pay range for this role is between $110,000 and $120,000, commensurate with experience. The American Heart Association provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program with employer matching. Employees are also offered Paid Time Off (PTO), professional development opportunities, and tuition assistance for further education. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a workplace culture that reflects a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.