Director, Development

Organizational Overview

The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) is committed to helping end heart
rhythm disorders and saving lives. HRS is the international leader
in science, education and advocacy for cardiac arrhythmia
professionals and patients, and the primary information resource on
heart rhythm disorders. HRS’s mission is to improve patient
care by promoting research, education and optimal health care
policies and standards. HRS represents more than 8,500 cardiac
pacing and electrophysiology professionals in over 90
countries.

HRS employs a staff of 49 dedicated professionals who work
collaboratively to support the organization’s mission, guided by
our five values – Serve our Members, Commit to Individual
Excellence, Foster Inclusive Human Connections, Trust the Team’s
Collective Knowledge, Embrace Change.  HRS is
headquartered in Washington, DC with all staff enjoying a full-time
remote work arrangement. 

Position Summary

Responsible for planning and implementing development and
fundraising programs/strategies in alignment with the Society’s
strategic plan to provide for the short and long-term needs of the
organization.

Responsibilities

Grant Strategy

Prioritize and apply for a steady stream of funding
opportunities that align with the HRS strategic plan, budget needs,
and evolving goals for existing and new projects. 

• Establish HRS grant strategy specifically for foundations,
  health systems, corporate (domestic and global) educational grants
  at HRS Annual Meeting, federal and research.
• Collaborate with the programs and policy teams to ensure
  proposal designs are responsive to and compliant

• Negotiate grant and contract agreements and ensure requirements
  are flowed to cross-functional teams.
• Establish, evaluate, and regularly update HRS’
  program/service/product development process and menu of
  services.

Business Development
      

• Serve as primary account executive for non-Infinity Circle
  companies.
• Support sales of HRS programs

• Maintain knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and
  funder priorities; adjust fundraising strategies accordingly and
  ensure appropriate staff are aware.
• Implement strategy for prospecting new leads.
• Develop and refine new project ideas to carry out objectives as
  aligned with the focus areas in the strategic plan.
• Ensure team cohesion, effective strategy and tactics, efficient
  process, data-driven decision making, systems to set and track
  KPIs, and proactive communication with other teams.

Administration & Leadership:

• Provide leadership, mentorship and Development team.
• Participate in setting FY budget goals, both monetary and
  non-monetary, for the development team

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership, management, and interpersonal skills,
  particularly in creating positive, productive collaborations across
  the organization.
• Experience writing compelling fundraising materials.
• Experience conducting research, collecting and reviewing
  relevant data, analyzing reports, identifying trends, and reporting
  results.
• Experience in managing a portfolio of donors, including
  developing and cultivating donor relationships.
• Experience managing projects with a diverse group of
  individuals, ensuring successful and timely completion of
  tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the
  ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of
  individuals, including donors, volunteers, and staff.
• Knowledge of business principles involved in resource
  allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and
  resources.
• Skill in organizing, planning, and prioritizing work;
  developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and
  accomplish work.
• Skill in active Listening; giving full attention to what other
  people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made,
  asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at
  inappropriate times.
• Skill in reading comprehension; understanding written sentences
  and paragraphs in work related documents. Skill in writing;
  communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs
  of the audience.
• Skill in speaking; talking to others to convey information
  effectively.
• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working
  relationships with internal staff and external stakeholders and
  maintaining them over time.
• Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose
  the best solution and solve problems.
• Ability to balance multiple assignments and follow standard
  procedures to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Ability to manage projects from implementation to
  execution.
• Travel may be required.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related
  field.
  • Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years
    progressive corporate relations, fundraising/philanthropic program
    development, or corporate grant writing experience. Corporate or
    association experience accepted. Prior experience with medical or
    healthcare professionals and the medical device/pharmaceutical
    industries preferred
  • Computer/System Skills: MS office, database
    systems, and sales management software (e.g. Salesforce and
    Classy
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
    None
  • Other Requirements: None

 HRS Statement of Diversity,
Equity and Inclusion

HRS stakeholders share a common passion for accomplishing our
mission to end death and suffering from heart rhythm
disorders. 

We believe our diverse backgrounds, experiences and interests
are assets in reaching that goal, and we are committed to providing
an inclusive environment in all of our activities, where everyone
feels valued, respected, and welcome.  

We strive to have organizational leaders who represent all
aspects of our diversity and who promote the diversity, equity, and
inclusion that are essential to our success.

HRS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  

Location

HRS, headquartered in Washington, DC, operates under a full-time
remote office setup. 

How to Apply:

Apply online at https://www.hrsonline.org/careers;
application package should include a cover letter, resume, and
salary requirements for consideration.