**Overview** Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all! You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us. We are hiring a Development Manager in Fayetteville, AR to work with our Northwest Arkansas (NWA) team. The position will lead fundraising responsibilities tied to corporate sponsorship and participant income for the annual Northwest Arkansas Impact Campaigns and Circle of Red fundraising campaigns. The position will also lead event logistics for all Northwest Arkansas campaigns. This position has a planned fundraising goal of $250k annually. This person will also help steward and grow relationships to provide beneficial outcomes; recruiting, managing, and motivating volunteers; planning and executing logistics of auxiliary fundraising events; maintaining donor or sponsor databases; coordinating event administration, schedules, and meetings; controlling inventory of marketing, presentation, or fundraising materials; and preparing financial or operations reports. We have a fast-paced sales type of environment with the main responsibility of driving revenue in support of our mission. We offer a base salary with the potential to earn an incentive up to 25% of your base pay. The potential incentive is based on achieving certain revenue targets and triggers. The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally. \#TheAHALife is our company culture, our way of life, reflecting our diversity, equity & inclusion, our focus on work-life harmonization and our Guiding Values. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued™ at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and at heart.jobs. **Responsibilities** Fundraising: + Generate revenue and manage volunteers for the NWA Impact Campaigns, NWA Circle of Red and event logistics for all campaigns Conduct sales calls to generate new business and manage existing corporate partners. + Develop relationships with volunteers, sponsors, and key corporate and community leaders. + Handle goal setting with corporate companies and individuals to raise funds and awareness. + Assist the Development Director in developing sponsorship proposals. + Network within the local area and recruit and retain our valued volunteers, including executive volunteer leaders. + Lead logistics for all campaigns to coordinate event efforts and meet company needs to deliver on promised activations. Event Logistics: + Secure all required contracts, permits, licenses, Certificates of Insurance (COI) and submit for legal review. + Complete forms as needed for payment processing of vendor and sponsor payments/pledges. + Serve as point person/lead contact at events. + Facilitate the organizing and staging of all event materials. + Organize and coordinate all transportation and delivery to/from event including pick-up and delivery needs pre- and post-event. + Work with vendors on implementing details related to equipment needs (tables, tents, chairs, sound equipment, stage, food and beverages) within event timeline. + Secure kick-off, pre-event, and event activity locations according to timeline. + Serve as point of contact and resource for event participants. + Attend regular region logistics calls according to event timelines, and adhere to region best practices. + Oversee event registration, table assignments, and troubleshooting day-of/night-of events. + Assist others with non-assigned events as needed. Contracts and Compliance: + Ensure compliance with Association policies and procedures including UBIT, alcohol, waivers, health screenings, auction item guidelines, branding guidelines, STEM guidelines, photo and video usage guidelines and required event signage, etc. + Obtain multiple (3) bids on venues/vendors to ensure the best pricing, risk terms and insurance levels are obtained to favor the Association. + Submit venue and vendor contracts according to event timelines. + Complete pre-event risk reduction forms and prepare maps of event sites/venues with required elements (i.e., location of AED’s) according to event timelines. + Ensure all vendors are paid in a timely manner. + Make every effort to negotiate waivers of any credit card payment fees with vendors who assess them. + Create and run reports from internal databases and systems. Track and report on sponsorship income, pledged dollar amounts and event donation information for events. + Perform administrative duties as requested. + Daily travel required within the Northwest AR area. + Some travel to region or national meetings as requested. + Other duties as assigned by supervisor. **Qualifications** + Up to 2 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related experience + University/College degree or equivalent experience + Ability to travel locally approximately 70%; requires access to reliable transportation at all times + Ability to lift and/or move large objects (such as boxes) with the expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components or requesting additional assistance may be required before lifting and/or moving + Must have at least basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office **Here are some of the preferred experience and skills we are seeking:** + Experience managing and cultivating high-level leaders at the C-Suite level + Knowledge of corporate and community networks **Compensation & Benefits** The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details. + **Compensation** – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed. + **Performance and Recognition** – You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets. + **Benefits** – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation. + **Professional Development –** You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule. + **Work-Life Harmonization –** The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year. + **Tuition Assistance** - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization. The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are. **At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds.** **This position not a match with your skills?** Click here to see other opportunities. In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities \#AHAIND1, #LI-Hybrid **Join our Talent Community!** Join our Talent Community to receive updates on new opportunities and future events. **Posted Date** _2 hours ago_ _(2/7/2025 2:42 PM)_ **_Requisition ID_** _2024-15026_ **_Job Category_** _Field Campaigns_ **_Position Type_** _Full Time_