Associate Executive Director

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation•Atlanta, GA

120d•$108,800 - $135,800

About The Position

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is seeking an Associate Executive Director (AED) to support the Executive Director in managing a Tier 1 chapter. The AED leads the chapter in fostering a collaborative, donor-centric culture among staff, donors, volunteers, care center professionals, corporate sponsors, and national partners. The role also communicates and raises awareness about cystic fibrosis and the Foundation’s work at events and other sponsored programs. The AED collaborates with chapter leadership on revenue and annual goals, budgets, fundraising, operations, volunteer recruitment, and staff management. The position leads individual giving and donor relationships, supervises event planning and financial forecasting, and helps ensure effective chapter operations and compliance with audit and financial requirements. The role reports to the Executive Director and leads and manages chapter staff. This position may require work at night and on weekends, travel to meetings or events, and physical activities including sitting, bending, reaching, and walking. Some heavy lifting may be required. The salary range is $108,800 to $135,800, varying by geographic location and experience. The Foundation describes its total rewards as including competitive compensation, benefits, time off, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

At least eight years of related nonprofit experience, including at least two years of supervisory experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Initiative, follow-through, and sound judgment.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel to meetings or events.

Nice To Haves

Four-year college degree, or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with leadership to develop revenue goals, annual goals, and operational budgets.
Help achieve chapter revenue goals by managing events or campaigns.
Supervise development staff in event logistics and implementation.
Recruit and cultivate corporate relationships and sponsors.
Network with CF families, volunteers, donors, and community members.
Collaborate with chapter leadership on volunteer recruitment initiatives and recruit volunteers.
Lead individual giving and manage major-gift and annual-fund donors.
Ensure effective chapter operations.
Resolve chapter issues involving staff, volunteers, and donors.
Communicate CF Compass service opportunities to key leaders, event participants, care team members, and community members.
Recruit, interview, hire, orient, mentor, and train staff in collaboration with area leadership.
Ensure compliance with audit and financial requirements.
Supervise event forecasts to support accurate revenue and expense tracking.
Communicate and raise awareness about CF and the Foundation’s work at events and other sponsored programs.
Lead and manage chapter staff.