Associate Donor Advisor, Major Gifts

The Associate Donor Advisor will work with Donor Advisors, Senior Donor Advisors, Executive Donor Advisors, Relationship Development leadership and assigned regions or chapters to secure philanthropic support and build the pipeline of major gift donors:

• Build (identify & qualify) and manage (cultivate, solicit & steward) a personal portfolio of major donors and prospects in assigned regions (donors with the ability to give $10K-$100K)
• Assume responsibility for an annual revenue and activity goals and ensure targets are met and exceeded each year
• Develop and implement strategies to engage leads and expand major gift portfolio in assigned regions
• Significantly contribute to the team’s growth of major donor qualification, engagement and revenue
• Engage with chapter field leadership and staff to build strong collaborative relationships and develop comprehensive donor strategies that enhance the donor experience
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on progress and outcomes against goals
• Work collaboratively, strategically, and effectively with departmental colleagues and peers across the Association
• Adhere to team processes – such as maintaining strong data management and record keeping
• Embrace and live out professionalism and fundraising best practices

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3 years minimum required of demonstrated success in individual gift fundraising
• Experience in working with high net worth volunteer leaders and donors
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to write and edit with accuracy and speed.
• Strong problem solving and negotiating skills. Highly creative/innovative with abilities to persuade and motivate others.
• Strong analytical skills to drive strategic development of the region – ability to add strategic value to various donor situations, and working with Regional Leader and Chapter Leaders in the region.
• Able to overcome barriers and challenges with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Superior interpersonal skills, including ability to listen, observe and interact well with diverse individuals and groups. Tactful, diplomatic, and appropriately assertive.
• Results oriented with ability to focus on and meet deadlines and goals.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Team player with ability to work collaboratively with Association colleagues, leadership locally and nationally.
• High integrity and professionalism, respecting the confidential nature of donor information and the Alzheimer’s Association’s business practices.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% as needed, including overnight travel.

Position Location: Remote or Hybrid in Dallas, T area

Full time

Position Grade & Compensation: Grade 508 The Alzheimer's Association’s good faith expectation for the salary range for this role is between $79,000-$85,000

This position is eligible for a bonus based on both individual and organizational performance, up to 4%

Reports To: Sr Director, Major Giftts

Who We Are:

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia– by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum we are building in dementia research — our investments today will lead to breakthroughs tomorrow.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.

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The Alzheimer’s Association commitment remains steadfast in engaging all communities in our full mission. The Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including, but not limited to, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan. Please click HERE for more information.

Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.