Chapter Senior Director

Breakthrough T1D•Farmington, MA

8d•$120,000 - $132,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Chapter Senior Director (CSD) leads efforts to advance Breakthrough T1D’s organizational strategies and mission in an assigned chapter. The role builds strategic relationships with constituents and donors, expands chapter reach and market penetration, and uses program metrics and key indicators to improve efficiency, achieve goals, and maximize performance. The CSD cultivates key donors and fundraising volunteers, strengthens volunteer impact and the volunteer pipeline, and collaborates with Global Development to generate revenue and engagement. The CSD brings the mission to life in the community through collaboration, cultivation, inspiration, and engagement. The role executes organizational strategies, manages time effectively, and promotes an enterprise-wide perspective. The Northeastern States territory has 20 staff, two Chapter Boards, and 13 events, collectively generating over $10 million in total net revenue. The position follows a hybrid schedule: two days per week in the office and three days working remotely and in the field. Local travel is required, with occasional overnight travel as needed. The salary range is $120,000–$132,000.

Requirements

At least 8 years of professional fundraising experience with a 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.
Fundraising leadership experience with revenue responsibility exceeding $2 million.
Experience working directly with or leading staff teams, particularly in large-scale events such as walks or galas, major giving, and corporate giving.
Strong donor and supporter identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship skills.
Experience partnering with active volunteer leaders and working successfully with a large network of volunteers.
High energy, integrity, courage, empathy, creativity, and emotional intelligence, with strong active-listening, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to inspire, lead, and motivate teams and foster an inclusive, respectful work environment.
Effective delegation skills.
Ability to develop and maintain an extensive local network of donors, volunteers, and community partners.
Ability to represent Breakthrough T1D enthusiastically and communicate complex information to varied 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 as needed.

Nice To Haves

Existing knowledge of and relationships within the territory.

Responsibilities

Execute strategic revenue plans to drive profitable, diversified, and sustainable year-over-year chapter growth.
Achieve personal and chapter revenue goals and support territory revenue goals.
Drive performance in peer-to-peer fundraising, signature events, individual giving, and constituent relationship management.
Collaborate with national and chapter partners on annual strategies for corporate engagement, major giving, and stewardship; develop business with existing donors and new prospects.
Engage and develop the Community Board, guide its nomination process, and attract and retain high-impact members representative of the community served.
Ensure meaningful volunteer engagement and strong 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 relationships with constituents, media, and health care partners to advance brand awareness and mission priorities.
Promote community engagement in research, advocacy, and clinical trials, and support programs that 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, manage performance, and develop professional staff while building a cohesive and collaborative team.
Develop and manage annual budgets, maintain fiscal records, and submit financial and forecast reports accurately and on time.
Ensure staff and volunteers follow organizational policies, procedures, training, and compliance requirements.
Represent Breakthrough T1D with professionalism and integrity and communicate a unified message of its mission and standards.
Serve on the Territory Executive Team, providing leadership, mentoring, and operational direction to support efficient, cost-effective systems.