National Associate Executive Vice President, Field Development

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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,

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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 American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a National Associate Executive Vice President, Field Development!

This position can be home-based.

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.

#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.

Responsibilities

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The National Associate Executive Vice President, Field Development serves as a key member of the senior leadership team and is responsible for shaping the future direction, growth, and effectiveness of the Association's field fundraising strategies, campaigns, and revenue-generating initiatives nationwide.

Reporting to the National Executive Vice President, Development and Community Health, the National Associate Executive Vice President provides strategic leadership for the American Heart Association's field fundraising portfolio, driving growth across core campaigns, fundraising innovation, field integration, donor engagement, and sponsorship development. This role partners with leaders across the organization to advance enterprise priorities, strengthen fundraising effectiveness, and position the Association for continued revenue growth and mission impact.

→Establish and lead the long-term vision, strategy, and operational direction for the American Heart Association's field fundraising portfolio, driving sustainable revenue growth and mission impact nationwide.
→Provide executive leadership for core fundraising campaigns, fundraising innovation strategies, and emerging revenue opportunities that strengthen the future of field development.
→Partner with executive leadership to develop and implement enterprise-wide fundraising priorities, business strategies, and growth initiatives that significantly influence organizational performance and outcomes.
→Direct the execution and continuous improvement of national fundraising programs, campaigns, events, and development operations to maximize effectiveness, scalability, and impact across all markets.
→Lead the identification, development, and implementation of innovative fundraising models, products, engagement strategies, and business opportunities that drive future revenue growth and market expansion.
→Champion field integration efforts that strengthen alignment across regions, departments, and fundraising initiatives while enhancing organizational effectiveness and consistency.
→Oversee the strategic development and delivery of consulting, training, and support resources that strengthen field execution and elevate fundraising performance throughout the organization.
→Utilize donor insights, participant feedback, market intelligence, and industry best practices to inform strategy development, investment decisions, and organizational priorities.
→Drive innovative approaches to donor, participant, volunteer, and sponsor engagement, including the use of technology, analytics, and multi-channel strategies to strengthen relationships and outcomes.
→Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key volunteers, sponsors, donors, corporate partners, and external stakeholders to advance mission and revenue objectives.
→Lead and develop a team of senior fundraising leaders responsible for campaign strategy, performance analysis, business planning, product development, market support, and organizational growth.
→Oversee significant organizational resources, including revenue accountability, budgeting, strategic investments, and operational priorities.
→Represent the Association as a national leader and ambassador for field fundraising, helping advance the organization's reputation, influence, and mission impact.

Requirements

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Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Twelve (12) years of progressive leadership experience in fundraising, nonprofit management, business development, revenue growth, or related fields.
Ten (10) years of experience leading and developing managers, senior leaders, and high-performing teams.
Demonstrated success developing and executing large-scale strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth, revenue performance, and measurable results.
Experience leading complex, multi-functional organizations, programs, or portfolios with significant financial, operational, and strategic responsibility.
Proven ability to influence executive leadership, boards, volunteers, donors, corporate partners, and other senior stakeholders.
Experience developing innovative fundraising, business development, or revenue-generation strategies.
Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing budgets, revenue performance, strategic investments, and organizational resources.
Experience leading organizational change, transformation initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration efforts.
Deep understanding of donor engagement, fundraising operations, participant experience, sponsorship strategy, and relationship management.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to assess market trends, industry best practices, donor insights, and business opportunities to inform strategic decision-making.

Experience leading large, national fundraising programs or large-scale multi-market initiatives.
Experience as an executive leader within a complex nonprofit, healthcare, membership, or mission-driven organization.

Ability to travel approximately 25% - 50%, including occasional overnight travel.

What We Offer

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Salary minimum to the midpoint of the range is $233,200.00 to $315,900.00. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range. This position is eligible for an incentive plan. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

✓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; this position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets. This position is eligible for an incentive plan.

✓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. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer 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 online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.

✓Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.

✓Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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