Description
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is seeking an experienced fundraising professional to serve as the market leader providing overall strategy, management, planning, execution and leadership for all aspects of the organization. This includes a diversified revenue and fundraising portfolio, including local board, executive volunteer leadership, corporate partnerships, peer-to-peer, individual giving, donor stewardship, board / staff development, and finance and budget management.
The Executive Director is responsible for positioning the Association as a leader in diabetes prevention and management in his / her respective community as well as establishing effective partnerships and collaborations with corporations, foundations, executive leaders, corporate leaders, and other community leaders, organizations / nonprofits and supporters.
This is a remote, work from home opportunity, but the individual must live in the designated market in order to attend in-person meetings and events.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Responsible for the strategic leadership to raise $1.5M - $3Mannually in theDesert Southwest Market (AZ, NM, NV) market.
Executive Volunteer Leadership
- Lead volunteer leadership recruitment, stewardship and engagement
- Create a shared vision and sense of ownership and accountability with volunteers and staff
- Lead the recruitment and management of high-performing Event Chairs, Executive Leadership Teams and Community Leadership Boards (CLB)
- In partnership with the CLB, establish business plan to achieve organizational strategic priorities, drive aggressive revenue growth and execute the mission in the community
- Maintain effective communication with the CLB to inform of progress, opportunities, issues, and challenges and establish gap plans to course-correct and achieve financial targets
- Provide and guide staff support for all event leadership and CLB committees ensuring financial goals are met
Demonstrate Leadership and Effective Management
Able to build and manage a successful staff team that has a shared team identity where everyone has a clear understanding of the goals and how they will be achieved. Ensures their strengths are utilized to maximize the team's effectiveness.Understand ADA's portfolio of offerings and how those offerings relate to constituent needs.Align staff resources to maximize performanceDevelop annual performance expectations with staff that includes goals, objectives, inputs and outcomesCoach and train staff on campaign management and executionModel in-person best practice relationships and fundraising behaviors to all staffCommunicate effectively and inspire others to high performance; promote accountability; drive a culture of activity, remove barriers; support others to be creative and action-oriented; anticipate needs before they appearManage staff in a manner that supports a productive, professionally competent work force in an environment respectful of personal well-being and cultural diversityProactively inform and assure understanding of market activities and outcomes with the Territory Vice President and others as appropriateContinuously work to assure market alignment with the Region, Division, and National strategic direction and established policies and proceduresIncrease Area Revenue
Recruit Best Practice Campaign Chair(s)Develop and drive a focus for exponential revenue growthEstablish strategies and tactics to achieve and exceed revenue targetsManage personal portfolio of high priority executive volunteer leaders, corporate and major gift prospectsPeer to peer campaign oversight and ability to manage staff to execute the fundraising components of all local fundraising campaignsBuild diversified revenue streams including corporate partnerships, foundations, state grants, retail campaigns, and individual / major giftsCollaborate with colleagues across the territory and ADA to identify and maximize opportunities across the organizationBuild local donor, corporate partner, and volunteer pipelinesEnsure effective stewardship strategies are deployed to maintain and further engage constituentsDevelop annual budget, monitor expenditures and income and forecast financial performance accuratelyPosition the Association as a leader in diabetes prevention and management
Develop a thorough understanding of organizational, community and key stakeholder priorities, needs and barriers to identify appropriate partners and form alliances that significantly accelerate the development of strategic partnerships that facilitate the distribution and implementation of Association's education and programs into the communities being servedPosition the Association as the key voice on strategic task forces and diabetes coalitions at the state and local level as well as with heads of important civic organizations and faith leadersIdentify, engage and integrate community partners to deliver ADA's community-based programs as developed by the ADA Scientific, Medical and Mission DivisionCreate an advocacy strategy and build relationships with state and local government officialsDevelop effective and ongoing relationships with mediaQUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree required8-10 years of non-profit managementEstablished success in fundraising and non-profit leadershipProven record of successful management and revenue growthKnowledge of product marketing / sales conceptsOutcome-driven with ability to respond to changing circumstances and prioritiesAbility to manage and motivate groups and individualsExcellent oral and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skillsStrong market, community, and constituent perspectiveProficient in computer-based information systemsAbility to work some nights and weekendsMust live within 50 miles of Phoenix, AZWHY WORK HERE
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) offers a rewarding career working for one of the premier voluntary health organizations in the world supporting people with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Our employees like working at the ADA because of our mission, the inclusive environment, work-life balance, our benefits and our culture :
Industry competitive base pay. Base offers are determined by several factors including but not limited to your relevant work experience, education, certifications, location, internal pay equity, etc.This position is eligible to participate in the Development Incentive Program.A culture of recognition including new hire welcome announcements, service anniversary awards, referral bonuses, monthly All Employee Assembly, appreciation awardsGenerous Paid Time Off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days and sick daysComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), disability & life insurance, pet insurance, and retirement savingsGuided by our mission, we provide top tier diabetes supply coverage through our medical benefits programA company focus on offering mental health programs and work / life balance with most of our employees working remoteJoining our dedicated team affords the gratification of knowing beyond a doubt that you will impact the lives and well-being of millionsAbout the Organization
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is a leader in the fight to end diabetes. Our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. We provide lifesaving education and resources backed by trusted experts to help people learn how to make life with diabetes easier until the day diabetes is gone for good. Through research, the ADA searches relentlessly for a cure and supports the professionals who provide direct care. Our team is on the ground fighting for those with diabetes who suffer discrimination, health inequity, high health care costs and so much more. Employees of the ADA embrace this mission and vision and keep people living with diabetes at the center of everything we do.
Req Number
DEV-25-00023
Location
Phoenix Remote
Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time
Category
Development
EOE Statement
It is the policy of the American Diabetes Association to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
