Area Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Accountable for executing AFSP’s fundraising and program initiatives within the designated market area.

• Organize AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walks and other sanctioned fundraising activities in the assigned region.

• Implement approved programs within the specified market area, including survivor initiatives, educational programs, and awareness campaigns.

• Responsible for the development and support of the Chapter board and committees within the region.

• Collaborate with Chapter Boards to create a business plan and budget for the assigned market.

• Oversee volunteer management, which includes recruiting, training, assigning, and acknowledging volunteers in the designated area.

• Build and sustain productive relationships with community leaders and organizations to advocate for AFSP’s message, enhance support for our mission, and boost participation in AFSP events and programs.

• Coordinate with media to promote AFSP events and mission, elevating public awareness and achieving fundraising objectives.

• Manage fiscal responsibilities, including vendor relationships, cash handling, expense oversight, and collaboration with the National Office on accounts payable and receivable.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in nonprofit program delivery and peer-to-peer special event fundraising.

• Proficient in using general office technology, including the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred).

• Over 3 years of experience in nonprofit program delivery and peer-to-peer special event fundraising (Preferred).

• Excellent public speaking abilities.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

• Capability to work a full-time schedule with consistent attendance at the workplace.

• Willingness to travel as needed to attend work meetings or events.

🏝️ Benefits

• 22 PTO days (including vacation, sick, wellness, and personal days) in your first year of employment, with an additional 5 days in the second year.

• 10% employer retirement contribution following 2 years of employment.

• Flexible Summer Fridays.

• 11 holidays observed.