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Development Specialist

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The Metairie, LA office of the American Heart Association has an opening for a Development / Event Specialist . This position will focus on logistical and administrative support for two fundraising events (Go Red for Women Luncheon and the Heart Ball/Gala). Responsibilities will include database management, financial reporting, assisting with creation of promotional materials, obtaining in-kind donations, recruiting volunteers, and interacting with corporate sponsors, executive committee members, and individual donors.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Planning and tracking of event logistics (i.e.: securing venue, reviewing vendor contracts and proof of insurance, van/truck rentals)
  • Managing and tracking direct and indirect event expenses
  • Meeting deadlines for the development and management of respective annual budgets
  • Manage auction committees for both Go Red and Heart Ball in conjunction with the Fundraising director
  • Volunteer recruitment and management (External Partners)
  • Creating and/or coordinating AHA materials and packets
  • Managing and updating internal database systems (Blackbaud or Greater Giving)
  • Accountability and upkeep of Sponsorship Agreements
  • Securing auction items and in-kind donations
  • Managing post-event feedback
  • Supporting fundraising directors with day to day administrative tasks
  • Position will require periodic travel throughout the designated markets.
Educational Background: 
High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) preferred
Skills/Experience: 
  • 1+ years of prior administrative and event planning and/or non-profit experience
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, managing multiple territories simultaneously
  • Attention to detail and drive for excellence
  • Ability to recruit and train large groups of office and day-of-event volunteers
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work independently and sometimes irregular hours
  • Ability to lift 20-30 pounds
  • Willingness and ability to travel throughout the designated market on a frequent basis.
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.

Organization Info

American Heart Association | American Stroke Association

Overview
Headquarters: 
Dallas, TX, United States
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1949
About Us
Mission: 

The American Heart Association's mission is to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke, America's No. 1 and No. 5 killers.

Founded in 1924, our organization now includes more than 30 million volunteers and supporters. We fund innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies, and provide critical tools and information to save and improve lives.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 9 2019
Active Until: 
May 9 2019
Hiring Organization: 
American Heart Association | American Stroke Association
industry: 
Nonprofit