POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Director of Development will play a key role in revenue generation by engaging, cultivating, and soliciting prospects and donors for The Texas Heart Institute (THI). Working closely with the VP of Development, the position will be responsible for implementing strategies to increase revenue by engaging individuals and organizations with THI. The successful candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in nonprofit development and an understanding of philanthropic practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Articulate THI's Vision: Shape and effectively communicate THI's work and vision to various donor audiences through various forms of communication. This includes creating annual fund appeals, proposals, cover letters, acknowledgments, stewardship reports, electronic communications, and collateral materials.
• Donor Outreach and Portfolio Management: Work with the VP of Development to develop and implement annual objectives and quarterly plans with emphasis on securing gifts from individuals, grateful patients, foundations, and corporations. Manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, providing personalized stewardship and cultivation strategies.
• Event Planning and Implementation: Working with the VP of Development and the Director of Stewardship, plan, execute, and follow up on events designed to effectively engage donors, prospects, and the public with THI's mission.
• Annual Giving Program: Working with the Vice President and contracted consultants, establish and manage an annual giving program to generate a sustainable revenue stream from patients, prospects, and donors. This includes developing strategies for identifying, acquiring, soliciting, and stewarding annual giving prospects.
• Public Awareness: Keep the philanthropic community informed about THI's initiatives, breakthroughs, and programs in cardiovascular research, education, and patient care by utilizing various communication channels.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management
• Minimum Years of Experience: Seven (7) in non-profit development is required, preferably with a focus in healthcare
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey THI's work and vision to diverse audiences
• Knowledge of nonprofit philanthropic practices, including donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Proficiency in utilizing various communication platforms and technologies for donor engagement and outreach
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro required