Development Director
American Heart Association, Little Rock, AR, United States
Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
We are currently hiring a Development Director in Little Rock, AR. The Director will be responsible for advancing the American Heart Association’s mission through the planning, management, and implementation of fundraising strategies across campaigns in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the overall team and region goals. This office‑based position offers a hybrid schedule. Our office is located in Little Rock.
In this role, you will identify and secure development prospects for Central Arkansas campaigns. These campaigns bring together corporate partners, medical leaders, community leaders, and volunteers to raise awareness and advance the mission of the American Heart Association. You will plan, implement, and evaluate the events, develop a vision and strategy, and translate them into specific action plans for each account. You will work with team members to grow existing accounts, secure new ones, and expand the volunteer base of the organization. Rapid sales‑type environment: the main responsibility is driving revenue in support of our mission. Base salary with potential incentive up to 25% of your base pay based on revenue targets and triggers.
Association resources help maintain work‑life harmonization, including access to Heart U, our award‑winning corporate university, and additional training and support locally.
Responsibilities
Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations. Achieve revenue goals by building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners and donors.
Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors by conducting research that aligns with the campaign goals and the Association's mission.
Develop and present proposals and accompanying materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
Recruit and be responsible for executive volunteer leadership, volunteer committees, and day‑of‑the‑event volunteers.
Coordinate the event auction, including leading a committee of volunteers to solicit auction items and prepare packages that will raise funds.
Lead and engage new individual membership for our Cor Vitae giving society, in partnership with other appropriate fundraising staff. Include planning and implementing regular engagement events for members.
Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.
Qualifications
3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related fields.
University/College degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to perform daily local travel up to 75% and some overnight trips as needed; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
Ability to lift and/or move large objects (such as boxes) with expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components or assistive help may be required before lifting and moving.
Basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Experience & Skills
Experience managing and cultivating high‑level leaders at the C‑Suite level.
Knowledge of corporate and community networks.
Compensation & Benefits The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits for more details.
Compensation – We ensure a competitive base salary and regularly review market value.
Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets.
Benefits – We offer medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a robust retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution, an employee assistance program, employee wellness program, telemedicine, and medical consultation.
Professional Development – Employee Resource Groups, mentoring programs, and Heart U national online university with over 100,000 resources.
Work‑Life Harmonization – Paid Time Off (PTO) minimum 16 days per year for new employees, increasing with seniority; total of 12 paid holidays each year.
Tuition Assistance – We provide financial assistance for further education and career development related to current duties.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities.
Equal Opportunity In accordance with local and state laws, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.
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We are currently hiring a Development Director in Little Rock, AR. The Director will be responsible for advancing the American Heart Association’s mission through the planning, management, and implementation of fundraising strategies across campaigns in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the overall team and region goals. This office‑based position offers a hybrid schedule. Our office is located in Little Rock.
In this role, you will identify and secure development prospects for Central Arkansas campaigns. These campaigns bring together corporate partners, medical leaders, community leaders, and volunteers to raise awareness and advance the mission of the American Heart Association. You will plan, implement, and evaluate the events, develop a vision and strategy, and translate them into specific action plans for each account. You will work with team members to grow existing accounts, secure new ones, and expand the volunteer base of the organization. Rapid sales‑type environment: the main responsibility is driving revenue in support of our mission. Base salary with potential incentive up to 25% of your base pay based on revenue targets and triggers.
Association resources help maintain work‑life harmonization, including access to Heart U, our award‑winning corporate university, and additional training and support locally.
Responsibilities
Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations. Achieve revenue goals by building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners and donors.
Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors by conducting research that aligns with the campaign goals and the Association's mission.
Develop and present proposals and accompanying materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
Recruit and be responsible for executive volunteer leadership, volunteer committees, and day‑of‑the‑event volunteers.
Coordinate the event auction, including leading a committee of volunteers to solicit auction items and prepare packages that will raise funds.
Lead and engage new individual membership for our Cor Vitae giving society, in partnership with other appropriate fundraising staff. Include planning and implementing regular engagement events for members.
Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.
Qualifications
3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related fields.
University/College degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to perform daily local travel up to 75% and some overnight trips as needed; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
Ability to lift and/or move large objects (such as boxes) with expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components or assistive help may be required before lifting and moving.
Basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Experience & Skills
Experience managing and cultivating high‑level leaders at the C‑Suite level.
Knowledge of corporate and community networks.
Compensation & Benefits The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits for more details.
Compensation – We ensure a competitive base salary and regularly review market value.
Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets.
Benefits – We offer medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a robust retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution, an employee assistance program, employee wellness program, telemedicine, and medical consultation.
Professional Development – Employee Resource Groups, mentoring programs, and Heart U national online university with over 100,000 resources.
Work‑Life Harmonization – Paid Time Off (PTO) minimum 16 days per year for new employees, increasing with seniority; total of 12 paid holidays each year.
Tuition Assistance – We provide financial assistance for further education and career development related to current duties.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities.
Equal Opportunity In accordance with local and state laws, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.
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