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American Red Cross Senior Program Manager/ Corporate Disaster Fundraising in Statewide, District Of Columbia
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Job Description:
Why Choose Us?
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.
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The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Senior Program Manager to support our Corporate Disaster Fundraising Team. This is a work-from-home position, and candidates can reside anywhere in the continental United States.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
The Fundraising Programs & Segment Strategy unit is the central office through which high-quality, consistent fundraising programs and platforms are created that reflect the organization’s fundable strategic opportunities. It is also the primary office through which all fundraising segment strategies are developed to maximize fundraising locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.
To support fundraising and deliver value to fundraising relationship managers, The Program Manager will support the development and execution of the Annual Disaster Giving program. The Senior Program Manager will serve as an organizational expert on their assigned program and drive toward the national corporate fundraising target. They will work directly with fundraising teams across the country to support their efforts, providing resources, tools, and best practices. Experience in corporate fundraising and program management is necessary. Experience with cause marketing, in-kind donations, and workplace giving desirable.
WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD:
Assists with the successful planning, design, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of fundraising program(s) in consultation with supervisor to achieve fundraising revenue target(s)
Creates, maintains, and evaluates guidance, cultivation, sales, and stewardship materials, tools, and prospect management resources.
Responsible for tracking and reporting, data analysis for the assigned program to evaluate trends and opportunities.
Serves as an organizational and subject matter expert on assigned fundraising program(s).
Creates effective internal and external communications plans and delivers in-person and virtual training.
Works closely with corporate fundraisers to maximize the fundraising opportunity.
Works with donors as needed to facilitate giving and execute benefits to meet fundraising goals.
Identifies trends and obstacles to overcome in order to maximize fundraising for the assigned program area.
During Major Disasters: Provides surge capacity to the team, which may include supporting another program or Disaster field assignment.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
Experience: Minimum 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
Management Experience: N/A
Skills & Abilities: Excellent data management skills including working in excel, Power Bi and Salesforce to track fundraising activity for tangible assets. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of programs and an ability to provide a high level of customer service managing fundraiser inquiries. Excellent oral and communication skills, including training and presentations. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Develop project plans, budgets, and strategies to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Intermediate-level proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to work on a team.
Travel: May be required
A valid driver’s license is required
*Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE:
Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and clear communication skills.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
The salary range for this position is $88,000 -$98,000.
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 balance your home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance your learning.
Medical, Dental Vision plans
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
PTO + Holidays
401K with 5% match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
Service Awards and recognition
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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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