The American Heart Association (AHA) has an excellent opportunity for a Western States Affiliate Account Manager. You are responsible for managing select high level revenue accounts, driving strategy for contract renews and upgrades, and working in collaboration with internal and external partners in achieving overall affiliate revenue goals. Personal fundraising goal will be based on renewals, upgrades and amplification revenue of assigned accounts. Position ideally would be based in Sacramento, but could be in other Western States Affiliate territory that allows for effective travel.
- Serves as the key contact and account manager for an assigned portfolio of sponsors, with the goal to RENEW AND/OR GROW ACCOUNTS through effective management of sponsorship ROI, benefits, activation, internal and external communication and top level customer service
- Drives strategy for assigned account renewal and engagement; develops and manages overall multi-level cultivation plan
- Identifies opportunities for new revenue through a combination of upgrading accounts, expanded revenue and/or new business
- Develops strong collaborative relationships with internal and external customers including cross-function teams in both development and health strategies
- Special projects as may be assigned
- 2-3 years successful experience in corporate account management, sales, high level revenue generation or marketing
- Ability to delegate and accomplish goals through volunteers
- Knowledge of American Heart Association's mission and programs
- Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
- Ability and willingness to travel and to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Experience with the American Heart Association or similar non-profit experience in a fundraising position
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to drive revenue
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