Chapter Senior Director

Breakthrough T1D•Farmington, CT

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Chapter Senior Director (CSD) advances Breakthrough T1D’s organizational strategies and mission by building strategic relationships with constituents and donors and expanding the organization’s reach and chapter penetration. The CSD uses program metrics and key indicators to improve efficiency, support year-over-year growth, attain goals, and strengthen performance. The role emphasizes relationships with key donors and fundraising volunteers, volunteer impact, and development of the volunteer pipeline, while collaborating with Global Development to increase revenue and volunteer engagement. The CSD brings the mission to life in the community through collaboration, cultivation, inspiration, and engagement, and executes activities that support organizational strategies in the assigned chapter. The Northeastern States territory is among the organization’s top-performing territories. Its 20 staff members, two Chapter Boards, and 13 events collectively generate more than $10 million in total net revenue. The work schedule is hybrid: two days per week in the office and three days working remotely and in the field. The CSD leads fundraising and engagement, volunteer management, community awareness, and chapter administration. The role includes responsibility for personal, chapter, and territory revenue goals; board development and volunteer engagement; community relationships and mission awareness; staff leadership and development; annual budgets and financial reporting; and operational leadership as an active member of the Territory Executive Team. Local travel is required, with occasional overnight travel as needed.

Requirements

At least 8 years of professional fundraising experience, with a clear record of achievement in a complex, mission-driven organization.
3–5 years of supervisory experience.
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 for 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 work environment.
Effective delegation skills that enhance 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 and speak enthusiastically about Breakthrough T1D’s mission.
Comfort communicating complex information, including research and organizational goals, to diverse audiences in an understandable and memorable way.
History of effective performance management that aligns staff efforts with organizational goals.
Proficiency with Salesforce CRM and Microsoft Suite.
Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
Ability to travel locally; occasional overnight travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Existing knowledge of and network of relationships in the Northeastern States territory.

Responsibilities

Execute strategic revenue plans that drive profitable, diversified, and sustainable year-over-year growth in the chapter.
Achieve personal and chapter-level revenue goals and support territory revenue goals.
Improve performance in Peer 2 Peer, Signature Events, individual giving, and constituent relationship management within the chapter.
Collaborate with national and chapter partners on annual chapter 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 and support its ongoing development as a strong, impactful board.
Guide the board nomination process and attract, retain, and support 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 leaders.
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 in 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.
Lead staff performance management and professional development and build a cohesive, collaborative team.
Develop and manage annual budgets, attain budget goals, maintain fiscal records, and submit accurate and timely financial and forecast reports.
Ensure staff and volunteers comply with organizational policies and procedures, including annual training and other compliance requirements.
Represent Breakthrough T1D professionally and with integrity, communicating a unified message of its mission and modeling organizational standards.
Serve as an active member of the Territory Executive Team, providing leadership, mentoring, and operational direction to support efficient, cost-effective systems.