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.
Responsibilities
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Mission Advancement Specialist in our Mission Advancement department supporting our Eastern & Southeast Regions.
This position can be remote/home based.
Reporting to the Director of Major Gifts, this individual will be responsible for managing administration, donor communication, and Customer Relationship Management database (Blackbaud & Salesforce) for the assigned development team. Responsible for maintaining professionalism and collegiality in support of the team, managing conflict free calendar and travel for the Regional Vice President, processing invoices and expenses, and assisting donors and potential donors.
Provides administrative support to a Regional Vice President and corresponding team which may include scheduling and processing travel and expenses, calendar and event participation, team meetings, professional development workshops or related planning and logistics.
Acts as Blackbaud & Salesforce super user to develop and distribute pipeline movement and management updates. Audits data for accuracy and integrity for assigned region and serves as liaison to Mission Advancement prospect operations.
Coordinates internal and external donor meetings with the highest level of professionalism and communication techniques.
Conducts research on prospective donors and gathers information for Mission Advancement Advisors. Records donor plans and activity in Blackbaud & Salesforce CRM and provides reports as requested.
Formats and prepares proposals, solicitation letters, reports, presentations, correspondence or face-to-face meeting support materials.
Develops understanding and knowledge of AHA Mission and goals to effectively communicate with donors.
Participates in Mission Advancement team projects and initiatives as requested.
Work with select markets on Giving Societies data, goals, and outcomes.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) to five (5) years of work related experience.
Experience providing administrative support for development teams in a nonprofit, hospital, research or academic institution.
Experience working with high net worth donors.
Ability to initiate support and collaborate with all levels of staff, prospects, volunteers and donors.
Comprehensive ability to prepare written communications and orally present information to a variety of audiences or individuals.
Preferred Experience:
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-NY-Utica
Posted Date 1 month ago (4/14/2022 4:18 PM)
Requisition ID 2022-8456
Job Category Individual & Institutional Giving
Additional Locations Diversity Distribution Southeast | Diversity Distribution Eastern States
Position Type Full Time
Location: NY-Utica
