Area Director, Philadelphia Chapter at American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – PA, Pennsylvania

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for implementing AFSP’s fundraising and program initiatives for the Philadelphia Chapter. This is a remote position but successful candidate must reside in the Philadelphia metro area - Philadelphia or the 4 contiguous counties that are in the chapter territory. Philly/Bucks County/Montgomery County/Chester County/Delaware County.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walks and other approved fundraising within the assigned market, including additional fundraising events
• Implement approved programs within the assigned market area including survivor programs, education programs and awareness initiatives
• Responsible for development and support of the Chapter board and committees within the market
• In conjunction with Chapter Boards develop business plan and budget for assigned market area
• Responsible for volunteer management, including recruiting, training, assigning and recognizing volunteers within assigned market area
• Develop and maintain working relationships with community leaders and organizations to promote AFSP’s message, build support for our mission and increase involvement in AFSP events and programs
• Work with media to publicize AFSP events and mission and to heighten public awareness and reach fundraising goals
• Responsible for fiscal management, including relationships with vendors, handling cash, expense management and working with National Office on accounts payable and receivables
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required
• Minimum of two years’ experience in nonprofit peer to peer fundraising
• Some program experience preferred
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills required

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

$68,700-75,000

22 PTO (vacation, sick, wellness and personal days) your first year of employment (5 additional days 2nd year)

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

10% employer retirement contribution after 2 years of employment

Flexible Summer Fridays

13 Holidays

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Submit resume and cover letter with a compelling reason why you should be considered for this position. Kindly include your salary requirement for this role.