Development Director, Little Rock

American Heart Association•Little Rock, AR

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Director will implement the educational and fundraising Sweetheart’s campaign in Little Rock (Central Arkansas) and Hot Springs, raising awareness of and spreading the American Heart Association’s mission. The Sweetheart’s program educates high school sophomore women about heart health, philanthropy, and volunteering. The role builds ongoing relationships with students, parents, schools, hospitals, and community leaders, and operates in a fast-paced, sales-oriented environment focused on generating revenue in support of the Association’s mission. This is an office-based position with a hybrid schedule and substantial local travel. Compensation includes a base salary and eligibility for an incentive of up to 25% of base pay based on revenue targets and triggers. The Association provides training and support, including access to Heart U, its corporate university. Its culture emphasizes work-life harmonization and employee well-being.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or a related area.
University/college degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to travel locally each day, up to 75%, and take some overnight trips as needed.
Access to reliable transportation at all times, on an immediate basis.
Ability to travel daily within Central Arkansas and the Hot Springs areas.
Ability to lift and/or move large objects, with heavier items broken down or additional assistance requested as needed.
Basic knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
A solid understanding of how to engage and work with philanthropic communities.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Implement the Sweetheart’s educational fundraising campaign in Little Rock (Central Arkansas) and Hot Springs.
Recruit and engage high school sophomore women to participate in the program, learn about heart health, and fundraise for the American Heart Association.
Build and maintain relationships with students, parents, schools, and other community contacts to promote the program.
Recruit and manage volunteer leaders and volunteer committees.
Engage hospitals, corporations, and community leaders to develop the student educational program.
Plan and implement regular member engagement events.
Achieve income and recruitment goals through prospecting, recruiting, and cultivating community relationships.
Manage events, including planning, logistics, implementation, and post-event evaluation for continuous improvement.
Work with the Communications Director to support and promote program communication plans.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution.
Employee assistance program.
Employee wellness program and telemedicine and medical consultation.
Professional development through Employee Resource Groups and a professional mentoring program.
Access to Heart U, the Association’s national online university.
Paid time off of at least 16 days per year for new employees, increasing with seniority.
12 paid holidays per year.
Tuition assistance.
Incentive eligibility based on achieving certain targets, with potential incentive up to 25% of base pay.