Temporary Specialist, Development Manager

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.

The Circle of Red (COR) Development Manager will assist Go Red for Women (GRFW) staff in the development and execution of the Circle of Red campaign, a key component of the Go Red for Women initiative. This giving community mobilizes members to donate and raise critical funds, challenge misconceptions and promote awareness about heart disease – the leading cause of death among women.

Members also foster community through storytelling, networking, and advocacy, contributing to lifesaving research, public health policy and equitable care access.

• Duration:
  Temporary position, 6-month contract (March – September 2026; contract may be extended based on project)
• Location:
  
  Hybrid (Remote and on-site in Fort Worth, TX)
• Schedule:
  
  15 – 19 hours p/w
• Compensation: $30 p/h

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.

• Assisting GRFW leads with member retention and new member recruitment through personalized engagement strategies.
• Identify prospects for GRFW staff, assisting in the recruitment of Circle of Red (COR) members (new/renewals), ambassadors, and sponsors to increase membership and revenue.
• Develop and maintain a calendar of touchpoints, including, but not limited to, outreach, COR exclusive events, networking events, and VIP experiences.
• Assist in the creation and refinement of campaign materials (e.g., recruitment tools, orientation experience, invitations, social media content, sponsorship proposals, event agendas and timelines).
• Take lead on managing calendars, tracking campaign logistics, maintaining data and expenses, and organizing campaign materials.
• Provide timely and responsive support to all stakeholders (within 24 hours).
• Collaborate with GRFW staff and the COR Chair to support volunteer management, including recruitment, mentorship, and engagement of ambassadors.
• Conduct orientations and maintain consistent communication as determined by GRFW staff with volunteers supporting Circle of Red.
• Identify COR members for potential leadership or enhanced roles within the Association (e.g., Mission Advancement, Community Impact).
• Pilot new initiatives and provide feedback to improve national best practices.
• Support other Go Red for Women events and initiatives as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in fundraising, volunteer management, or campaign coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with event planning and donor stewardship.

Pay rate: $30 per hour.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package.

• 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 through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
• 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. We also provide 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. Heart U is the Association’s national…