We have an excellent opportunity for a FUNDRAISING DIRECTOR, GO RED FOR WOMEN & FESTIVAL OF WINES IN OUR LITTLE ROCK, AR OFFICE . You will have fundraising responsibilities bringing together corporate partners, medical leaders, community leaders, and volunteers of the community to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke, the number #1 and #5 killer in America. YOUR TERRITORY IS LITTLE ROCK, AR WITH A FUNDRAISING GOAL OF $500K NET.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Revenue generation and volunteer management.
- Event management and logistics.
- Conducting sales calls to generate new business and manage existing companies.
- Developing relationships with volunteers, sponsors & key corporate& community leaders.
- Goal setting with corporate companies and individuals to raise funds and awareness.
- Coordinating event efforts.
- Networking within the local area, while recruiting and retaining our valued volunteers.
- Ability to accomplish results through strong volunteer recruitment and management, proven track record in meeting sales/fundraising goals.
- Organization, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are a must.
- Must be results driven with the ability to multi task.
- Local daily travel within Central Arkansas.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred
College coursework combined with related experience may be substituted for a degree
Related experience may be substituted as follows: 1 ½ years’ experience equates to 1 full time year of higher education
Skills/Experience:
- 2+ years’ of experience in fundraising, outside sales or in a non-profit organization in a similar capacity. This experience may also count towards satisfying this position’s educational requirement.
- Ability to lift at least 20 lbs from the ground to waist level with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office used for word processing, email, presentations, and spreadsheets.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
Compensation/Benefits:
Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Aug 18 2017
Active Until:
Sep 18 2017
Hiring Organization:
American Heart Association | American Stroke Association
industry:
Nonprofit