Chapter Director

Breakthrough T1D•Cincinnati, OH

10d•$99,000 - $103,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Chapter Director (CD) supports Breakthrough T1D’s organizational strategies and mission by building strategic relationships with constituents and donors, expanding the organization’s reach, and improving chapter and market penetration. The CD uses program metrics and key indicators to improve efficiency, monitor year-over-year trends, attain goals, and maximize performance. The role emphasizes relationships with key donors and fundraising volunteers, volunteer impact, and strengthening the volunteer pipeline, while collaborating with Global Development to increase revenue and volunteer impact. The Chapter Director brings the mission to life in the community through collaboration, cultivation, inspiration, and engagement. The role requires effective time management and execution of activities that support organizational strategies in the assigned chapter, as well as promotion of enterprise-wide mindsets. The Ohio territory includes all of Ohio and the Cincinnati Tri-State area. It has 10 staff, 3 Chapter Boards, and 9 events that collectively generate more than $4 million in total net revenue; the Southern Ohio Chapter generates more than $2 million. The work schedule is hybrid: two days per week in the office, with three days working remotely and in the field.

Requirements

5–8 years of professional fundraising experience with a clear record of achievement in a complex, mission-driven organization.
3–5 years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
College degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A record of success in fundraising leadership with revenue responsibilities exceeding $2 million.
Experience working directly with or leading staff teams, particularly in large-scale events such as walks and galas, as well as major and corporate giving.
Strong skills in donor and supporter identification, cultivation, solicitation, and ongoing stewardship.
Experience partnering with strong, active volunteer leaders and working successfully with a large network of passionate volunteers.
High energy, integrity, courage, empathy, creativity, and emotional intelligence; superior active listening, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to inspire, lead, and motivate teams while fostering an inclusive and respectful environment with staff and volunteers.
Effective delegation skills to improve organizational and individual productivity.
Ability to develop and maintain an extensive local network of strategic relationships with donors, volunteers, and community partners.
Ability to represent Breakthrough T1D’s mission enthusiastically and communicate complex information to a wide range of audiences in an understandable and memorable way.
History of effective performance management that aligns staff efforts with organizational goals.
Proficiency in Salesforce CRM and Microsoft Suite.
Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
Ability to travel locally; occasional overnight travel as needed.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds and infrequently up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Existing knowledge of and relationships within the Ohio territory.

Responsibilities

Execute strategic revenue plans that drive profitable, diversified, and sustainable year-over-year chapter growth.
Achieve personal and chapter-level revenue goals and support territory revenue goals.
Increase performance in Peer 2 Peer, Signature Events, individual giving, and constituent relationship management within the chapter.
Collaborate with national and chapter partners on annual strategies for corporate engagement, major giving, and stewardship; identify and develop new business with existing donors and new prospects.
Engage and leverage the Community Board in the assigned chapter area and support the continued development of a strong, impactful board.
Guide the board nomination process and provide direct support and leadership in attracting and retaining high-impact board members who represent the community served.
Ensure meaningful volunteer engagement at all levels and promote effective working relationships between staff and volunteer leadership.
Partner with volunteer leaders to solicit funding and other support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other sources.
Cultivate productive relationships with constituents, media, and health care partners to advance brand awareness and mission priorities.
Promote community engagement opportunities related to research, advocacy, and clinical trials.
Support active and growing Community Engagement programs to acquire and activate new families.
Collaborate with territory staff to engage mission-focused volunteer leaders, including Advocacy Team Chairs, Clinical Trial Education Volunteers, and Mission Information Volunteers.
Provide leadership, performance management, and professional staff development, and build a strong, cohesive, collaborative team.
Develop, manage, and attain annual budgets; maintain fiscal records; and submit financial and forecast reports accurately and on time.
Ensure staff and volunteers follow organizational policies and procedures, including annual training and other compliance requirements.
Represent Breakthrough T1D professionally and with integrity, communicating a unified mission and modeling organizational standards.
Serve as an active member of the Territory Executive Team, providing leadership, mentoring, and operational direction to support cost-effective and efficient systems.
Travel locally as required and occasionally travel overnight as needed.