SPECIAL EVENTS DIRECTOR

Responsible and accountable for recruitment, training and management activities to ensure efficient growth and development of the Heart Walk event within a territory. Recruit and orient Heart Walk volunteer leadership and committee members. Conduct evaluation/planning/Gap and strategy meetings to support goal achievement and long range planning. Develop business relationships within local community. Actively solicit local sponsorship in conjunction with volunteers. Assure that Affiliate policies are carried out and goals are achieved in a timely fashion.
Major Roles and Responsibilities:
1.Provide vision and strategic direction for the Heart Walk event, while supporting the organization's goals and objectives.
2.Through evaluation of previous Heart Walk campaigns, organize a written plan to meet or exceed goal by using AHA best practices for Heart Walk events.
3.Assist in identification and recruitment of highly qualified individuals for key Heart Walk leadership positions.
4.Conduct orientation meetings with volunteer leadership.
5.Develop, implement and manage event timeline and budget.
6.Develop effective working relationships with high-level executives, recruit and solicit sponsorship in support of the Heart Walk event.
7.Work with committee chairs on all aspects of their campaign/events to assure successful outcomes.
8.Conduct Gap analysis and strategy meetings with volunteer leadership to support goal achievement.
9.Anticipate possible problem areas and recommend approaches to prevent occurrence, reduce impact, or overcome barriers to campaign/event implementation.
10.Serve as staff liaison between assigned activities and AHA leadership team to insure implementation of common goals and to promote a harmonious working relationship.
11.Perform other duties as assigned.
Dollar Magnitude: According to Annual Campaign Income Goals
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications include:
1.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
2.Two - four years related experience in event organizing, sales/fund raising, and /or volunteer management.
3. Ability to travel throughout territory and overnight as needed.