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Breakthrough T1D · 8 hours ago

Chapter Senior Director

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Breakthrough T1D is the leading global type 1 diabetes research and advocacy organization, dedicated to improving lives today and tomorrow. The Chapter Senior Director will lead fundraising and community engagement efforts, ensuring strategic relationships with donors and volunteers to maximize chapter impact.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Execute strategic revenue plans to drive profitable, diversified, and sustainable year-over-year growth in the chapter

Assume responsibility for achieving both personal and chapter level revenue goals; and support the achievement of territory revenue goals

Drives new levels of performance in Peer 2 Peer, Signature Events, individual giving, and constituent relationship management within the chapter

In collaboration with national and chapter partners, collaborate on annual strategy for corporate engagement, major giving, and stewardship at the chapter level. Identify and develop new business with existing donors and new prospects

Engage and leverage the Community Board in assigned chapter area and ensure the on-going development of a strong and impactful board

Guide the board nominating process and provide direct support and leadership in attracting and retaining high-impact board members and ensure it represents the community served

Ensure meaningful engagement of volunteers at all levels and promote good working relationships between staff and volunteer leadership

Partner with volunteer leadership to solicit funding and other support from individuals, corporations, foundations and other sources of funding and/or influence

Provide leadership for the cultivation of productive relationships with constituents, media, and health care partners to advance brand awareness and mission priorities

Promote mission engagement opportunities throughout the community in the areas of research, advocacy, and clinical trials

Support active and growing Community Engagement programs to acquire and activate new families

Collaborate with territory staff on the engagement of mission-focused volunteer leadership – including Advocacy Team Chairs, Clinical Trial Education Volunteers, and Mission Information Volunteers – to advance the priorities of the organization

Provide leadership, performance management and professional staff development and build a strong, cohesive, and collaborative team

Accountable for the development, management, and attainment of annual budgets, the maintenance of fiscal records, and the timely and accurate submission of Breakthrough T1D financial and forecast reports

Ensure staff and volunteers adhere to organizational policies and procedures, including annual training and other compliance requirements

Represent the interests, professionalism, and integrity of Breakthrough T1D in all activities and relationships through a unified message of the Breakthrough T1D mission, and a commitment to organizational standards and leadership by personal example

Serve as an active member of the Territory Executive Team providing overall leadership, mentoring, and operational direction to ensure cost-effective and efficient systems

Qualification

Fundraising leadershipVolunteer managementStrategic relationship buildingSalesforce CRMTime managementAnalytical skillsCritical thinkingActive listeningTeam leadershipCommunication skills

Required

8 years of professional fundraising experience, with a clear record of achievement in a complex, mission-driven organization; 3-5 years in a supervisory capacity

College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Record of success in a fundraising leadership role, with revenue responsibilities in excess of $2M; experience working directly or leading staff teams particularly in large scale events (walk, gala, etc.) and major and corporate giving

Strong skills in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and on-going stewardship of donors and supporters

Experience in partnering with strong and active volunteer leaders, including working successfully with a large network of passionate volunteers

High degree of energy, integrity, courage, empathy, and creativity

High emotional IQ

Superior active listening, analytical, and critical thinking skills

Demonstrates the ability to inspire, lead, and motivate teams while fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment through all interactions with staff and volunteers

Exhibits effective delegation skills to enhance both organizational and individual productivity

Ability to develop and successfully maintain an extensive network of strategic relationships (donors, volunteers, community partners, etc.) in the local area

Ability to be an enthusiastic spokesperson/representative of Breakthrough T1D's mission

High level of comfort communicating complex information (e.g., Breakthrough T1D research, goals, etc.) to a wide range of audiences so that they can understand and retain the content

History of effective performance management that aligns staff efforts with organizational goals

Proficiency in Salesforce CRM and MS Suite, essential for managing donor relationships and streamlining operations

Highly efficient in time management and able to meet deadlines under pressure

Ability to travel locally required

Occasional overnight travel as needed