Region Senior Development Consultant

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Position Title: Region Senior Development Consultant
Location: Colorado Springs
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 and is committed to ensuring a healthier future for all. With a diverse workforce and a focus on equity and inclusion, AHA operates in various regions across the United States, providing resources and support to its employees and communities.

Job Overview:
The Region Senior Development Consultant plays a crucial role in the SouthWest region, providing consulting services to development staff leading major fundraising campaigns such as Heart Challenge, Heart Ball, and Go Red for Women. This position is primarily home-office based, with a preference for candidates located in the SouthWest states, including Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wyoming. The consultant will be responsible for training and advising on fundraising strategies, monitoring campaign revenue, and ensuring the successful execution of development campaigns. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying training needs and developing strategies to achieve fundraising goals, while also fostering collaboration across departments and with community health organizations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties of the Region Senior Development Consultant include serving as a liaison and subject matter expert on fundraising strategies, supporting the tracking and reporting of campaign revenue, advising on the planning and execution of development campaigns, conducting strategy meetings with assigned markets, providing regular follow-up and support to markets, ensuring adherence to national and regional policies, and facilitating collaboration across departments. The consultant will also be responsible for training new staff, managing customer and campaign information, and ensuring timely communication with internal and external partners. Additionally, the consultant will monitor financial activities and develop strategies to increase revenue in field campaigns, while also identifying trends and gaps in fundraising efforts.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, preferably within a nonprofit organization. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required, and candidates should be able to travel within the SouthWest region and to the National Center approximately 30% of the time. Preferred skills include the ability to influence outcomes without direct authority, a proven track record of successful fundraising campaigns, and knowledge of corporate and community networks.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree is required for this position, with equivalent experience also being acceptable. The educational background should ideally be related to fundraising, nonprofit management, or a similar field that supports the responsibilities of the role.

Experience:
The position requires at least 5 years of experience in fundraising, with a preference for candidates who have worked in nonprofit organizations. Experience in managing fundraising campaigns and working with diverse teams is highly valued, as is a track record of achieving significant fundraising goals.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication. Additional language skills may be beneficial, particularly in regions with diverse populations, but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $81,900 to $109,200, depending on experience. The role is incentive eligible based on achieving specific fundraising targets. The American Heart Association offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off and professional development opportunities. The organization emphasizes work-life harmonization and provides resources to support employee well-being.