Area Director, Philadelphia, American Foundation For Suicide Prevention

Position: Area Director, Philadelphia

Reports to: Vice President, East Central Division.

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000

Location: Fully remote, candidates must be located in the Philadelphia area

About AFSP

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.

Philadelphia Chapter

As a part of AFSP’s growing nationwide network of chapters, the Philadelphia Chapter brings together people from all backgrounds who want to prevent suicide in their communities. Families and friends who have lost someone to suicide, vulnerable individuals, mental health professionals, clergy, educators, students, community/business leaders, and many others energize the chapter.

Position Summary

Responsible for working closely with a network of volunteers to implement AFSP’s fundraising and program initiatives in Philadelphia.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead all fundraising and community engagement activities for the area
• Implement approved programs within the assigned market area including survivor programs, education programs and awareness initiatives
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Implement AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walks and other approved fundraising within the assigned market, including additional fundraising events
• Responsible for development and support of the Chapter board and committees within the market
• Responsible for fiscal management, including relationships with vendors, handling cash, expense management and working with National Office on accounts payable and receivables
• Determine fundraising goals and develop cashflow projects for fundraising events
• Responsible for volunteer management, including recruiting, training, assigning and recognizing volunteers within assigned market area
• Work with media to publicize AFSP events and mission and to heighten public awareness and reach fundraising goals
• Work closely with volunteer leadership to solicit sponsorship, giveaways and auction items for events
• 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

Requirements

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

Benefits

AFSP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Salary range for this role is $60,000-$65,000.

AFSP has retained the exclusive services of Charity Search Group to coordinate the search for this position. To apply, please complete this online application. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Amanda McReynolds-Doran at [email protected] or visit www.charitysearchgroup.com

AFSP is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and/or identity, criminal record, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.