Chapter Senior Director

Breakthrough T1D • Atlanta, GA

92d

About The Position

As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community -- breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment -- we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes. Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it.

Requirements

• 8 years of professional fundraising experience, with a clear record of achievement in a complex, mission-driven organization.
• 3-5 years in a supervisory capacity.
• College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Record of success in a fundraising leadership role, with revenue responsibilities in excess of $2M.
• Experience working directly or leading staff teams particularly in large scale events (walk, gala, etc.) and major and corporate giving.
• Strong skills in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and ongoing stewardship of donors and supporters.
• Experience in partnering with strong and active volunteer leaders.
• High degree of energy, integrity, courage, empathy, and creativity.
• High emotional IQ.
• Superior active listening, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to inspire, lead, and motivate teams while fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.
• Exhibits effective delegation skills to enhance both organizational and individual productivity.
• Ability to develop and successfully maintain an extensive network of strategic relationships in the local area.
• Ability to be an enthusiastic spokesperson/representative of Breakthrough T1D’s mission.
• High level of comfort communicating complex information to a wide range of audiences.
• History of effective performance management that aligns staff efforts with organizational goals.
• Proficiency in Salesforce CRM and MS Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Existing knowledge and network of relationships in the territory preferred.
• Ability to travel locally required. Occasional overnight travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute strategic revenue plans to drive profitable, diversified, and sustainable year-over-year growth in the chapter.
• Assume responsibility for achieving both personal and chapter level revenue goals; and support the achievement of territory revenue goals.
• Drive new levels of performance in Peer 2 Peer, Signature Events, individual giving, and constituent relationship management within the chapter.
• Collaborate on annual strategy for corporate engagement, major giving, and stewardship at the chapter level.
• Identify and develop new business with existing donors and new prospects.
• Engage and leverage the Community Board in assigned chapter area and ensure the ongoing development of a strong and impactful board.
• Guide the board nominating process and provide direct support and leadership in attracting and retaining high-impact board members.
• Ensure meaningful engagement of volunteers at all levels and promote good working relationships between staff and volunteer leadership.
• Partner with volunteer leadership to solicit funding and other support from individuals, corporations, foundations and other sources of funding and/or influence.
• Provide leadership for the cultivation of productive relationships with constituents, media, and health care partners to advance brand awareness and mission priorities.
• Promote mission engagement opportunities throughout the community in the areas of research, advocacy, and clinical trials.
• Support active and growing Community Engagement programs to acquire and activate new families.
• Collaborate with territory staff on the engagement of mission-focused volunteer leadership.
• Provide leadership, performance management and professional staff development and build a strong, cohesive, and collaborative team.
• Accountable for the development, management, and attainment of annual budgets, the maintenance of fiscal records, and the timely and accurate submission of financial and forecast reports.
• Ensure staff and volunteers adhere to organizational policies and procedures, including annual training and other compliance requirements.
• Represent the interests, professionalism, and integrity of Breakthrough T1D in all activities and relationships.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule, in office two days a week and working remotely and in the field three days a week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree