Temporary Specialist, Development Manager

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we have cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still more to do. To overcome today’s health challenges and accelerate progress, we need passionate individuals like you. 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 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 care access.

The association offers resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization, including Heart U and 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 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
• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. Market value reviews and adjustments are performed as needed.
• Performance and Recognition – Incentive programs may apply based on position.
• Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement with employer match and automatic contribution, employee assistance program, wellness programs, telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Professional Development – Heart U online university, ERGs, mentoring programs, and access to the Association’s resources.
• Work-Life Harmonization – PTO and paid holidays; details vary by tenure.
• Tuition Assistance – Financial assistance for further education related to current duties or potential future roles.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal focuses on breakthroughs in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. Our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives for all.