Director, Youth Market

Work with volunteers independently to implement activities that meet Affiliate objectives.  Accountable for goal setting, planning, organizing, training, developing, implementing, directing, and evaluating process for specific revenue generation, educational and communications activities in a specified field territory.  Assure that Affiliate policies are carried out and that goals are achieved in a timely fashion.

 

1.  Sales and service of youth market products.  Apply proven sales techniques and relationship management to maintain existing and acquire new accounts related to youth market sites to achieve established revenue generation and program goals.

2.  Serve as staff liaison between assigned field territory activities and the Youth Market leadership team to insure implementation of common goals and to promote a harmonious working relationship.

3.  Mange and promote existing accounts and recruit new youth market sites.

4.  Establish and maintain superior customer service with appropriate contacts within youth market sites.

5.  Direct the planning, recruitment, orientation, training, evaluation, retention and recognition activities of all field volunteers and groups within assigned territories to meet objectives.  Recommend changes or approaches, which will enhance the efficiency or effectiveness of association objectives.

6.  In addition to the above, perform other duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

1.  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

2.  Two - three years related experience in event organizing, sales/fund raising, and /or volunteer management. 

 

We offer a competitive salary, along with a generous benefits package including retirement, medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, non-smoking environment, and the opportunity to make a difference in your life and the lives of others. 

 

For consideration please forward your cover letter and resume, which must include salary requirements.  Regretfully, due to anticipated response, only resumes of interest will be contacted.

 

The American Heart Association is dedicated to diversity in the workplace.  EOE  M/F/D/V