Sr. Product Manager, Fundraising

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Position Title: Sr. Product Manager, Fundraising
Location: Durham
Country: United States
Deadline Date: No specific deadline indicated, apply timely.

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a leading organization in the field of cardiovascular health, established over a century ago. With a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, the AHA operates in multiple countries and employs thousands of individuals dedicated to health and hope for everyone, everywhere. 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 through innovative health solutions and community engagement.

Job Overview:
The Sr. Product Manager, Fundraising at the American Heart Association plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the organization'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 digital platform capabilities associated with these programs. The individual will be responsible for developing, prioritizing, and maintaining a product roadmap that spans 12 to 36 months, collaborating with delivery teams, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure alignment with the organization's goals. The role involves guiding key strategic decisions, investment prioritization, and leading an organizational shift towards a product lifecycle management approach. The Sr. Product Manager will also oversee the entire product development life cycle, from identifying customer needs to ensuring successful launches and user adoption, while driving ongoing enhancements to meet market demands.

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

• Strategic Leadership for Product Strategy and Vision: Collaborating with stakeholders to define and maintain a forward-looking product vision and strategy that aligns with fundraising objectives. Setting goals, defining success metrics, and motivating cross-functional teams. Conducting market research and customer feedback analysis to identify trends and opportunities. 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. Defining product requirements and managing user stories and feature backlogs. Making data-driven decisions to prioritize features based on customer feedback and market trends.
• Product Development and Launch: Coordinating with teams to monitor the product development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance. Collaborating with stakeholders on funding processes and budget management.
• Performance Tracking and Analytics: Defining KPIs to measure product success and regularly analyzing data to optimize user experience.
• Customer Focus and Relationship Building: Maintaining a deep understanding of customer needs and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders.
• Collaboration and Communication: Fostering transparent communication across departments and presenting product plans to executive leadership.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Sr. 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:
Candidates for the Sr. Product Manager, Fundraising position should possess 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 background should reflect a strong foundation in product management principles and practices, as well as an understanding of digital engagement strategies.

Experience:
The position requires at least 5 years of progressive experience in product management. Candidates should have a proven track record of successfully launching and managing products throughout their lifecycle, demonstrating strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. Experience in the nonprofit sector or with fundraising products is advantageous but not required.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders. Additional language skills may be beneficial, particularly in diverse communities served by the American Heart Association.

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. 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 values all backgrounds.