Fundraising (Regional) Director - Hilo

Fundraising (Regional) Director -Hilo, HI

What's your motivation? Want satisfying work that makes a real difference in people's life? Then consider the American Heart Association whose mission is building healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke. We have an excellent opportunity for a Fundraising (Regional) Director) in our Hilo, HI territory. This is a home office based position. Candidate must live in Hawaii with a strong preference to Hilo.

The American Heart Association is seeking a motivated and results oriented individual who will collaborate with volunteers in the overall fundraising and execution of the Heart Walk in Hilo, as well as explore other opportunities to increase awareness and fundraising. There is an overall fundraising goal of $140,000.

Successful candidate will be able to prospect and obtain corporate and community sponsorships; recruit, train and manage volunteer leadership and committee members; cultivate and maintain strong volunteer relationships; recruit and manage walker teams; and overall event execution.

Qualified applicants will have:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 2 - 4 years of successful fund raising. marketing or outside sales experience with proven track record in meeting goals
• Ability to accomplish results through strong volunteer recruitment and management
• Highly effective organization, multi-tasking, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a results-driven environment.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned territory, as well as travel overnight or work evenings/weekends as needed.

Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do. Visit and click benefits for more information.

Apply today and find out why the NonProfit Times has recognized the American Heart Association as one of the' 50 Top Non-Profits to Work' year after year.

Candidates must apply online as the American Heart Association's recruitment process does not include the utilization of fax or hard coy resumes. No phone calls please.

The American Heart Association is committed to enhancing the diversity of its volunteers and staff.

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