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Mission Advancement Specialist - American Heart Association
Metairie, LA
Posted: Sep 13, 2022 21:56

Job Description

Overview

Are you ready to join an organization where you can be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives?

Envision all Americans enjoying ideal cardiovascular health free of heart disease and stroke. At the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, we get to work toward that goal every single day. Is it easy? No. Is it worthwhile? You bet!

This is satisfying work that makes a real difference in people's lives. You can achieve professional growth with personal fulfillment. You will connect with people and make a lifesaving impact. You will partner with individuals, schools, lawmakers, healthcare providers and others to ensure everyone has access to healthier lifestyle choices and proper healthcare.

#TheAHALife is our company culture, our way of life, reflecting our diversity and inclusion, our focus on work-life satisfaction, and our Guiding Values - Check out this hashtag on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter today!

Responsibilities

The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Mission Advancement Specialist in our Mission Advancement department!

This position will work in a hybrid setting (in office 2 to 3 days a week), if within the geographic areas listed St. Petersburg, Palm Beach or Hollywood offices. The position allows for a home-based setting with expectations that travel to an office may occasionally be necessary, within the geographic areas listed St. Petersburg, Palm Beach or Hollywood offices.

This individual will be responsible for managing administration, donor communication Customer Relationship Management database (Salesforce CRM) for the assigned development team. Responsible for maintaining professionalism and collegiality in support of the team, managing conflict free calendar and travel for up to five team members, processing invoices and expenses, and assisting with scheduling calls and meetings.

  • Provides administrative support to the Mission Advancement Regional Vice President, Southeast and corresponding team which will include but not be limited to scheduling and processing travel and expenses, calendar and event participation, team meetings, group calls, professional development workshops or related planning and logistics

  • Serves as Blackbaud (transitioning to Salesforce soon) CRM power user to monitor and provide updates as needed to ensure data quality. This includes complete and accurate donor records, timely and complete opportunities, and providing technical assistance to team on how to access information. Serves as the regional data liaison with Mission Advancement operations.

  • Coordinates internal and external donor meetings with the highest level of professionalism and communication techniques

  • Supports administrative needs related to the Second Century Campaign.

  • Supports the stewardship of top donors to the American Heart Association, coordinating details for small donor gatherings and Giving Society efforts.

  • Assists with the preparation of proposal documents, solicitation letters, reports, presentations, correspondence or face-to-face meeting support materials

  • Develops understanding and knowledge of Mission Advancement areas of business, AHA Mission, and goals to ensure effectiveness in role

  • Participates in Mission Advancement team projects and initiatives as requested

Want to help get your resume to the top? We are looking for your expertise in the following areas.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

  • Two (2) - Five (5) years of relevant experience

  • Experience providing administrative support, preferably for development teams, of three or more individuals

  • Ability to initiate support and collaborate with all levels of staff, prospects, volunteers and donors

  • Comprehensive ability to prepare written communications for a variety of audiences or individuals, including report formatting and visual aids.

  • Experience using donor relationship management software, such as Salesforce CRM for NonProfits, MS-Dynamics and/or Raiser's Edge

Preferred Experience:

  • Understanding of philanthropic environment

  • Experience working with foundations and/or high net worth donors

  • Experience in a non-profit, hospital, research or academic institution

  • Experience working with colleagues in remote locations and within different time zones

Compensation & Benefits

Our Rewards & Benefits package not only gives you the total benefits you want, but also goes above and beyond with innovative programs to develop your skills - helping you grow and thrive at the American Heart Association.

The American Heart Association's 2024 Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to heart health and stroke prevention.

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EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities

Location US-FL-West Palm Beach

Posted Date 1 day ago (9/13/2022 11:44 AM)

Requisition ID 2022-9235

Job Category Individual & Institutional Giving

Additional Locations US-FL-Hollywood | Diversity Distribution Southeast

Position Type Full Time

Location: LA-Metairie



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