Region Senior Development Consultant

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Position Title: Region Senior Development Consultant
Location: Austin, 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 and is committed to ensuring a healthier future for all. With a diverse workforce and a focus on equity and inclusion, AHA operates in multiple countries and employs thousands of individuals who are passionate about making a difference in public health.

Job Overview:
The Region Senior Development Consultant plays a crucial role in the SouthWest region, providing consulting services to development staff who lead 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 and responsibilities of the Region Senior Development Consultant include serving as a liaison and subject matter expert in 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 fundraising results, while also identifying trends and integrating issue-based fundraising into campaigns.

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, and equivalent experience may be considered. 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 a minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked in nonprofit organizations. Experience in managing fundraising campaigns and working with diverse teams is essential for success in this role.

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

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position with a base 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 life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program. Employees are entitled to a minimum of 16 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, with additional days based on seniority. The organization also provides tuition assistance for employees seeking to further their education.