Job Description
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By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?
Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description:
WHY CHOOSE US?
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity.
We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.
The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Director of Development to support the Illinois Region and must be able to come into the office a few times a week. This is a hybrid work position where you will meet with donors frequently, work once a week in our office at 2200 W Harrison Street and remote at other times.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
In this role, you will partner with the Chief Development Officer to lead a team of professional fundraisers in strengthening and growing the region’s corporate donor base to meet its assigned financial target. You will provide leadership to the staff and volunteers in planning, managing, and implementing fundraising development strategies for our corporate donors. You will also assist in the cultivation of donors and sponsors to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets while maintaining your own portfolio. The Director is responsible for managing an assigned team including hiring, training, coaching, evaluating, and managing performance. This role also works closely with National and Divisional leadership on the most complex partnerships to deliver results.
WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD
Manage a portfolio of high-level corporate donors and prospects within the assigned segment to achieve the annual revenue target, including both renewable gifts and new incremental revenue.
Develop and implement a plan for revenue growth from donors at the $5,000+ level with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross.
Cultivate relationships and serve as primary staff liaison for major donors and conduct regular joint visits with relationship managers and donors when those relationships are managed by members of your team.
Collaborate with national headquarters development team members to maximize fundraising opportunities and implement policies and procedures to ensure the success of the region's fundraising efforts.
Oversee the implementation of organizational campaigns in the region and partner with the Chief Development Officer to oversee the activity of the assigned campaign.
Provide strong leadership, develop, and set individual and team performance goals and manage/drive change.
Lead and execute disaster relief fundraising efforts as appropriate.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Bachelor's degree required. An advanced degree is highly desirable.
Minimum 7 years of sales/fundraising experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
A current valid driver's license and a good driving record is required.
Five years of management experience.
Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills.
Travel: Requires frequent travel within the Region. The amount will vary depending upon size and geography of region.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is: $120,000 – 132,000. You will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance.
At the American Red Cross, we recognize and reward exceptional performance.
Physical Requirements:
Regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear.
Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
Required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Frequently lift and/or move 15 to 30 pounds.
BENEFITS FOR YOU:
Medical, Dental Vision plans
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
PTO + Holidays
401K with 6% match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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