Area Director

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention • Berwick, ME

13h • $75,000 - $85,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Area Director position is a key role which works directly with local constituents within an assigned geographic area. The position serves on the Chapter Operations Team and works to drive the organization's National Strategic initiatives by empowering and leading key volunteers on the local level. Responsibilities include significant growth in revenue, maximizing mission impact, and ensuring a strong volunteer base.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Proven track record showing substantial growth generating revenue for nonprofi organizations through Peer 2 Peer fundraising events
• Minimum 3 years professional experience working in non-profit arena in special event fundraising, preferably in P2P/Community Fundraising
• A minimum of 3 years working as staff directly with nonprofit volunteer Boards of Directors
• Must possess technology literacy skills
• Ability to work a full-time schedule and have regular attendance at the workplace.
• Ability to travel as needed to attend work meetings or events
• Ability to work after regular business hours and on weekends when necessary
• Must have a driver's license and/or the ability to drive across your state(s) to which the role is a steward; must be able to rent vehicle on behalf of AFSP as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with national organizations with chapter or affiliate system
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, DonorDrive, Virtuous
• Uphold and exhibit AFSP's Core Values
• Ability to hold yourself accountable
• Ability to prioritize and coach volunteers to prioritize based on National Strategic goals
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Candidate must be diplomatic and have the ability to communicate tactfully
• Strong public speaking skills with ability to present in front of large and small groups virtually and in person
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings

Responsibilities

• Increase revenue, strengthen volunteer base, and maximize program impact within chapter(s) service area
• Implement AFSP's strategic direction by meeting goals outlined in National Strategic Plan
• Effectively communicate National policies, procedures and strategy to key volunteers
• Drive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts to ensure our mission is delivered to diverse communities
• Travel throughout service area and as needed to attend work meetings or events including but not limited to: Annual Chapter Staff Meeting and Chapter Leadership Conference
• Work with Division VP (DVP) and Development Team to ensure significant growth in revenue, with a focus on AFSP's Signature Community Fundraising events – Community Walks, Campus Walks, Construction Hikes for Hope
• Work with National Development Team to cultivate individual, corporate, and major gifts.
• Have a strong working knowledge of markets within assigned service area
• Establish aggressive, obtainable fundraising goals to ensure sustainability of assigned Chapter(s)
• Monitor expenses to remain within budget
• Implement approved programs within the assigned market area including but not limited to: advocacy priorities (Advocacy Action Day), research initiatives (Research Connection), survivor programs, educational programs, media & public awareness initiatives
• Communicate impact of AFSP work to community leaders and organizations
• Work with DVP and key Chapter leaders, to manage the volunteer recruitment and engagement process within assigned territory
• Supervise, train, coach, and mentor volunteer leaders
• Utilize Shared Leadership approach to cultivate strong working relationships with Chapter Board(s)
• Build strong relationships with Board Chairs and create an environment where we are viewed as One Organization with One Mission, cultivating a culture of inclusivity and unity
• Keep abreast of all current AFSP National initiatives and activities and communicate to volunteers
• Ensure Chapter(s) are Compliant in the Following Areas: Growth in Revenue, Adherence to all National Policies and Procedures, Complete Slate of Officers (Chair, Secretary, Treasurer), Maintaining a Full Board (minimum of 9, preferably between 12-15), Functioning Nominations & Leadership Committee, Volunteer Coordinator(s), Business Plan, Budget, CHAMPS, and signed volunteer forms, submitted by March 15 annually, Budgets Operating in the Black
• Responsible for fiscal management, including relationships with vendors, handling cash, expense management and working with National Office on accounts payable and receivables

Benefits

• 22 PTO (vacation, sick, wellness and personal days) your first year of employment (5 additional days 2nd year)
• Company Sponsored Medical Employee Reimbursement Plan (MERP)
• 10% employer retirement contribution after 2 years of employment
• Flexible Summer Fridays
• 11 Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior