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Executive Director


Job Location:

Manchester, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 91245 - 121695
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

Since our founding in 1924 weve cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half but there is still so much more to do. To overcome todays biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement be part of the progress and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter and so does the impact you can make with us.

We have an excellent opportunity for an Executive Director covering Northern New England. The Northern New England territory includesMaine Central Massachusetts New Hampshire and Vermont.

The Executive Director is responsible for implementing assigned development projects and raising revenue. This position will oversee the leadership of a volunteer Board and volunteer committees as necessary to implement and successfully complete assigned development projects. Will provide coaching and supervision to five staff including fundraising and administrative staff. The fundraising events in the assigned markets include Gala Heart Ball Go Red for Women Luncheon and Heart Walk events.

This hybrid position is based in the Northern New England territory and the work is done wherever it is most effective in the field at home and in collaboration meetings with your team. The ideal candidate will be located within the territory.

We offer a base salary with the potential to earn an incentive up to 25% of your base pay. The potential incentive is based on achieving certain revenue targets and triggers.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful you will have access to Heart U our award-winning corporate university as well as additional training and support locally.

#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us onLinkedInInstagramFacebookX and .

Responsibilities
  • Devise and implement the strategy and direction for the Northern New England territorys unified health and revenue efforts while assuming bottom-line responsibility for the markets income and community health impact goals.
  • Guide and direct the team to achieve key performance indicators.
  • Hire direct train and evaluate staff toimplement a comprehensive strategic plan that includes a strong development strategy to improve aggressive growth in unrestricted revenue. This includes consistently meeting and exceeding revenue goals. Ensure alignment with the organizations mission and goals. Collaborate with colleagues and teams across the market to identify and increase cross-functional opportunities.
  • Develop and manage a volunteer Board of Directors consisting of top-level corporate executives who will guide volunteer leadership and initiatives.
  • Build powerful partnerships with volunteers community and corporate leaders sponsors and other internal and external stakeholders.
  • Develop profiles on the top businesses associations organizations agencies etc. within the assigned market with a documented plan to secure their involvement.
  • Build relationships with key corporate leaders who can support initiatives and secure their engagement in key roles.
  • Meet with assigned staff to review programs and procedures and recommend changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 3 years of prior relevant experience and3 years of managerial experience ideally with a sales team or fundraising team in a similar organization.
  • Direct knowledge of special event fundraising tactics is crucial.
  • Public health experience helpful.
  • Solid understanding of how to engage and work with philanthropic communities.
  • Ability to travel the Northern New England territory approximately 75%; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
Compensation & Benefits

The expected pay range will be $91245 to $121695. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. This position is incentive-eligible based on achieving certain targets.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

  • Compensation Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. Thats why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments as needed.

  • Performance and Recognition You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets.

  • Benefits We offer a wide array of benefits including medical dental vision disability and life insurance along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being we also offer an employee assistance program employee wellness program and telemedicine and medical consultation.

  • Professional Development You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Associations national online university with more than 100000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.

  • Work-Life Harmonization The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year which includes several days off at the end of the year.

  • Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Associations 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science policy and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.


At American Heart Association American Stroke Association our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer healthier lives regardless of race ethnicity gender gender identity religion age language sexual orientation national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.

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