Region Senior Development Consultant

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Position Title: Region Senior Development Consultant
Location: Tulsa, 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 aims to ensure a healthier future for all. With a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, AHA operates across various regions, employing a diverse workforce committed to equity and inclusion. The organization offers numerous resources for employee development and well-being, reflecting its commitment to work-life harmonization and community impact.

Job Overview:
The Region Senior Development Consultant plays a crucial role in the SouthWest region, providing consulting services to development staff leading signature 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 SouthWest states including Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wyoming. The consultant will be responsible for training and advising on fundraising strategies, tracking 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 among various departments and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties of the Region Senior Development Consultant include serving as a liaison and subject matter expert in fundraising strategies, supporting campaign implementation and management, advising on 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 monitor campaign revenue, analyze reports to identify trends, develop and train staff, manage customer and campaign information, and ensure timely communication with internal and external partners. Additionally, the consultant will influence volunteer engagement and support the integration of health strategies into 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, 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 preference for candidates who have worked in nonprofit organizations. Experience in managing fundraising campaigns and working with diverse stakeholders is essential for success in this role.

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

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $81,900 to $109,200, commensurate with experience. The role is incentive eligible based on achieving specific 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, increasing with seniority, and 12 paid holidays annually. The organization also supports professional development through tuition assistance and various employee resource groups.