The American Heart Association (AHA) has an excellent opportunity for an ASSOCIATE FOUNDATIONS RELATION ADVISOR in our INDIVIDUAL GIVING group. Location of the selected candidate is flexible as long as they are in theEASTERN US and location allows for effective and cost-efficient travel.
The Associate Foundations Relation Advisor is responsible for advancing the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s mission by establishing and cultivating relationships with current and potential foundation(s) to increase foundation giving, achieve mutual goals, and build long-term, transformative relationships. Additional responsibilities include researching and developing a portfolio of donors, identifying, planning, preparing and presenting grant proposals and accompanying materials (including budgets and timelines), as well as completing appropriate follow-through and stewardship for multiple grants/gifts.
- Actively and positively develops each relationship, executing tailored solicitation, cultivation and stewardship plans for each to ensure that revenue goals are met and mission priorities are funded. Develops depth of mission knowledge and insight needed to effectively communicate with donors. Engages in a variety of communications with donors, including an emphasis on telephone and face-to-face meetings, with a variety of correspondence.
- Manages the proposal development and submission process; preparing proposals, reports and other well-written, compelling and consistent documents that are approved for implementation and that meet strategic direction and funding needs of the AHA/ASA while aligning with donor goals. Utilizes standard Gift Opportunity resources to initiate the process. Presents agreed-upon number of proposals to achieve yield rate based on established performance goals.
- Conducts external research on prospective foundation donors and builds an understanding of the goals of foundations as they correspond to AHA’s mission. Identifies and matches potential foundations within assigned geographic or mission area, for both general support and priority project funding. Customizes cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for prospective donors. Plans include targeted amounts, timelines and partner involvement.
- Records donor plans and activity in customer relationship management tool and provides regular progress reporting as requested. Participates in Foundation Relations and Mission Advancement team projects and initiatives as requested.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience developing budgets and outcomes/deliverables.
- Prior experience collaborating with internal partners and volunteers.
- Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong critical thinking, judgment and strategic decision-making.
- Must be able to travel within an assigned territory approx. 25% of the time.
HERE ARE SOME OF THE PREFERRED SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Experience and knowledge of public health initiatives.
- Experience working across geographic markets.
- Experience leading cross-functional groups, facilitating strategy and action with a focus on collaborative solutions.