Area Director

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

. Increase revenue, strengthen the volunteer base, and maximize program impact within assigned chapter service areas .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky • United StatesLead💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nonprofit fundraising, particularly in Peer-to-Peer and Community Fundraising, while effectively managing volunteer engagement and compliance with organizational policies. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential for cultivating partnerships and driving diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

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Nonprofit FundraisingPeer-To-Peer FundraisingVolunteer ManagementPublic SpeakingBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Fundraising Goals DevelopmentRevenue GenerationProject ManagementTechnology Literacy

Soft Skills

Strong Problem-Solving SkillsExcellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationConflict Resolution

Tools & Technologies

ExcelPowerPointSharePointDonorDriveVirtuous

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeDriver's License

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit OrganizationsVolunteer BoardsDiversity, Equity, and InclusionCommunity EngagementAdvocacy Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Increase revenue, strengthen the volunteer base, and maximize program impact within assigned chapter service areas
Implement AFSP’s strategic direction and meet goals outlined in the National Strategic Plan
Communicate national policies, procedures, and strategy to key volunteers
Drive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts to deliver the mission to diverse communities
Travel throughout the service area and attend work meetings and events
Work with the Division VP and Development Team to grow revenue, focusing on Community Walks, Campus Walks, and Construction Hikes for Hope
Cultivate individual, corporate, and major gifts with the National Development Team
Develop fundraising goals and monitor expenses within budget
Implement advocacy, research, survivor, educational, media, and public awareness programs
Communicate AFSP’s impact to community leaders and organizations
Manage volunteer recruitment and engagement within the assigned territory
Supervise, train, coach, and mentor volunteer leaders
Build relationships with Chapter Boards and Board Chairs using a shared leadership approach
Ensure chapter compliance with national policies, board composition, leadership committees, business plans, budgets, CHAMPS, and volunteer forms
Manage vendors, cash handling, expenses, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Attend meetings and trainings; perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
Proven track record showing substantial growth generating revenue for nonprofit organizations through Peer 2 Peer fundraising events
Minimum 3 years professional experience working in the non-profit arena in special event fundraising, preferably in P2P/Community Fundraising
Minimum 3 years working as staff directly with nonprofit volunteer Boards of Directors
Technology literacy skills
Ability to work a full-time schedule and have regular attendance at the workplace
Ability to travel as needed to attend work meetings or events
Ability to work after regular business hours and on weekends when necessary
Must have a driver’s license and/or the ability to drive across assigned state(s); must be able to rent a vehicle on behalf of AFSP as needed
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Strong public speaking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle conflict and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work with people who are grieving or in crisis
Preferred: Experience working with national organizations with chapter or affiliate systems
Preferred: Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, DonorDrive, and Virtuous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement
Moderate travel for meetings, conferences, and events
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Full-time employment
Opportunity to attend mandatory meetings and trainings
Ability to work virtually and in person