Development Director

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 the Hampton Roads, VA area. This position will cover Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Suffolk, and Williamsburg. The Director will generate revenue for our Heart Walk fundraising campaign and oversee the Executive Leadership Committee.

The position is home‑office‑based in the Hampton Roads area, with daily local travel within the territory; you will frequently be in the field throughout the day.

We offer a base salary with the potential to earn an incentive up to 25% of your base pay. The potential incentive is based on achieving certain revenue targets and triggers.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work‑life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award‑winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support locally.

Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

The Development Director will be responsible for achieving an overall fundraising goal, organizing high‑quality events in line with the Association’s standards, and collaborating with the team. This is a full‑time position with benefits and incentives.

• Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations, and 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 matches 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.
• Recruit corporate team participation in Heart Walk and motivate team members to fundraise.
• Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.

Qualifications

Want to help get your resume to the top? Take a look at the experience we require:

• 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related experience
• University/College degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to do 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 with the expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components; additional assistance may be required before lifting and/or moving
• Must have at least basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing and cultivating high‑level leaders at the C‑Suite level
• Knowledge of corporate and community networks

Compensation & Benefits

Expected pay: The base pay range will be $59,700 to $80,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range. We offer a base salary with the potential to earn an incentive up to 25% of your base pay.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package:

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• 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 a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. We also provide an employee assistance program, wellness program, telemedicine and medical consultation.
• Professional Development – You can join our Employee Resource Groups or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university with more than 100,000 resources.
• Work‑Life Harmonization – The Association offers paid time off of at least 16 days per year for new employees, with additional days for seniority. We also provide 12 paid holidays each year.
• Tuition Assistance – We support the career development of all employees, providing financial assistance for further education related to their duties or potential future positions.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: By 2028, we will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities.

In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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