Senior Program Lead, Scholars Alumni Engagement

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Position Title: Senior Program Lead, Scholars Alumni Engagement
Location: Dallas, remote
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) was founded in 1924 and has since made significant strides in reducing cardiovascular disease deaths by half. The organization is dedicated to addressing the most pressing health challenges of today and is committed to ensuring a healthier future for all. With a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, the AHA operates across various sectors, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The organization has a robust workforce and offers numerous resources to support its employees, including professional development and work-life harmonization initiatives.

Job Overview:
The Senior Program Lead for Scholars Alumni Engagement is a pivotal role within the American Heart Association, responsible for leading and assisting in the development and implementation of programs related to the Association’s Scholars Program. This position requires collaboration across various departments within the AHA, including Science, Advocacy, Marketing Communications, and Mission Advancement. The primary focus is to create strategies that engage Scholars as Ambassadors, Advocates, and Fundraisers. The role also involves cultivating alliances and developing engagement channels to enhance revenue-generating opportunities for the Scholars Program, both nationally and locally. The position is remote-based within the U.S. and is a full-time, benefits-eligible, grant-funded opportunity, with current funding through June 30, 2026.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Program Lead will assist in developing strategic plans and implementing the Scholars Alumni Engagement Strategy. This includes collaborating with various departments to create a Scholars ecosystem that enables comprehensive solutions for Scholars. The role involves establishing and growing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for communications and marketing, focusing on increasing awareness and brand recognition of the Scholars Program. The Senior Lead will identify key national strategic alliance partners to foster new business and volunteer relationships, enhancing opportunities for revenue generation and volunteer leadership. Additionally, the position requires ongoing relationship management, tracking, and evaluation of the Alumni Engagement strategy to strengthen the core Scholars Program. The Senior Lead will also develop and maintain collaborative relationships with staff, volunteers, sponsors, and partners throughout the program planning process, ensuring effective communication and programmatic development.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in fields such as Health Promotion, Public Health, Human Resources, Marketing, Business, or Communications. A minimum of five years of validated experience in business development or account management is required. Experience in alumni program development, event planning, and project management related to Scholars Alumni activities is essential. Strong analytical skills are necessary to monitor expenses and prioritize tasks effectively. Candidates should have experience in higher education, development, or university relations settings, and the ability to build and manage relationships with multiple external stakeholders. The role requires independent work capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams, as well as experience in public health or non-profit services. Comprehensive experience in budget building, market trend analysis, and creative business opportunity identification is also required.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion, Public Health, Human Resources, Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field is required. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of validated experience in business development or account management. Candidates should have a proven track record in alumni program development, event planning, and project management, particularly in relation to Scholars Alumni activities. Experience in higher education, development, or university relations settings is highly desirable, along with a capacity to build and manage relationships with various external stakeholders.

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

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time, remote position with a salary range of $100,000 to $115,000, commensurate with experience. The American Heart Association reserves the right to adjust the pay range based on geographic differentials. The role is grant-funded, with current funding through June 30, 202

• The AHA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program with employer matching. Employees are also entitled to a minimum of 16 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, increasing with seniority, and 12 paid holidays annually. The organization supports professional development through tuition assistance and access to Heart U, its online university.