Development Director, Oklahoma City

American Heart Association•Oklahoma City, OK

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Director – Go Red for Women will serve the Oklahoma City and Southeast Oklahoma area, focusing on new business development through corporate sponsorship and participant income for the campaign’s signature Go Red for Women Luncheon. This office-based role follows a hybrid schedule in a fast-paced, revenue-focused environment. The position offers a base salary and eligibility for an incentive of up to 25% of base pay, subject to revenue targets and triggers. The role develops corporate and individual giving, builds relationships with sponsors and donors, recruits and leads volunteers, coordinates fundraising events and auction activities, and supports campaign communications. The Association provides training and support, including access to its Heart U corporate university. The organization also describes its culture as supporting work-life harmonization and employee growth.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or a related field.
University/college degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to travel locally daily up to 75% and take some overnight trips as needed.
Access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
Ability to lift and/or move large objects; heavier items may need to be divided into smaller components or require additional assistance.
Basic knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing and cultivating high-level leaders at the C-suite level.
Knowledge of corporate and community networks.

Responsibilities

Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorships and individual donations, and achieve revenue goals by building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners and donors.
Research and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors aligned with campaign goals and the Association’s mission.
Develop and present proposals and related materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
Recruit and oversee executive volunteer leadership, volunteer committees, and event-day volunteers.
Coordinate the event auction, including leading volunteers to solicit auction items and prepare fundraising packages.
Engage new individual members for the Cor Vitae giving society in partnership with appropriate fundraising staff, including planning and implementing regular member engagement events.
Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
Maintain accurate, current volunteer and supporter information in the CRM system and Microsoft platforms.
Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution
Employee assistance program
Employee wellness program
Telemedicine and medical consultation
Professional development opportunities, including Employee Resource Groups and a mentoring program
Heart U online learning resources
Paid Time Off of at least 16 days per year for new employees, increasing with seniority
12 paid holidays per year
Tuition assistance