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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:

J oining   the   American Red Cross is like nothing else –  it’s   as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world’s largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that   matters,   where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.  

When you choose to be a force for good,   you’ll   have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life’s work with an ongoing mission   that’s   bigger than all of us. As you care for others,   you’re   cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.  

The American Red Cross is currently seeking a   Senior Philanthropy Director to support   the   Transforma tional   Giving tea m .   An ideal candidate would   reside   in   either   the   South Florida market  (Miami, Ft Lauderdale, West Palm   Beach   or F t. Mye rs) OR our Central South Texas market (Dallas,   Houston   or   Austin ).    

Where Your Career is a Force for Good! 

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:  

The Senior Philanthropy Director h elps lead a multi-year transformational fundraising   effort   that   identifies , engages, cultivates,   solicits , and stewards new prospects and existing donors. Cultivates high-potential relationships and develops personalized asks and proposals to these prospective supporters. The ideal candidate will   possess   extraordinary communication skills and be an open, achievement-oriented professional. Responsible for growing an assigned portfolio of top-tier prospects and donors, including a blended portfolio of individual donors, corporations, and high-value volunteers.   Assists   donors in creating expansive programmatic offerings and institutional philanthropy through giving to the American Red Cross. This position reports to the Vice President of Transformational Giving.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD  (Key Responsibilities):  

• Implement   an overall   fundraising strategy, managing   an   assigned donor portfolio to maximize revenue growth and engage donors in the mission of the organization. Portfolios typically include complex donor solicitation of corporations , individuals and foundations   with   seven -figure+ donor capacity and propensity.  

• In addition to this position’s assigned portfolio, p artner   with   field fundraisers to maximize revenue growth among individual s ,   foundation s   and corporate donors   with   seven -figure capacity   under a shared credit model.  
   

• Develop strategies to   identify   and   leverage   relationships with   families, foundation decision-makers, and   C-suite contacts. Secure meetings, make presentations, prepare proposals, and directly   solicit   to cultivate and grow relationships.  

• Work collaboratively with other departments and partner with development staff at the national and/or regional offices to prepare presentations and proposals matching the   objectives   and interests of the donor/prospect.  
   

• Compile and analyze data/information about accounts in   portfolios   for the development of solicitation strategy.  

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:  

Education :   Bachelor’s degree in business ,   marketing,   or related discipline   required .  

Experience : Minimum 10 years of fundraising and/or sales experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience   required . Must have extensive knowledge of fundraising and/or sales principles and techniques in large organizations. Must have   a successful   track record   in the solicitation of   large amounts   of funds .  

Skills & Abilities:   Excellent organizational, collaborative, analytical, presentation and communication (Interpersonal,   oral   and written) skills. Good project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.   Proficiency   in Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of fundraising database systems ( e.g.   Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team. A current valid driver's license and   good   driving record is   required .  

Travel:  25% - 50% business travel may be   required .  

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE:  

• E xpertise   in the   South Florida   or Central Texas   funding communit ies   with   major gifts .  

• E xcellent interpersonal skills, commitment to the cause, and adaptability.  

• Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy.  

• Tenacity and persistence in pursuing stronger engagement and support from   major   donor   prospects .  

• Self-starter with excellent skills in new donor cultivation and strategies for growing partnerships.  

SALARY INFORMATION:  

The salary range for this position is $145,000 - $155, 000  plus incentives  

Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to   determine   your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you   have,   and   comparison   to other employees already in this role.  

BENEFITS FOR YOU:  

We take care of   you,   while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do   great work . Our comprehensive benefits help you in   balancing home and work. With our resources and   perks , you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance and learn.  

• Medical, Dental and 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  

• Service Awards and Recognition  

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Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to

make your career a force for good!

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity 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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