Director - Dream Home (Memphis, TN or Remote in USA)
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.
We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director to lead and develop our Dream Home team. This role involves managing the day-to-day operations of the national Dream Home and Showplace programs, overseeing 44+ campaigns with an average value of $1M each. The Director will be responsible for nationwide development and relationship management with media and construction industry partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor the Dream Home team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Operational Management: Directly manage the daily operations of the Dream Home and Showplace programs, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional customer service.
- Strategic Vision: Develop and drive strategic initiatives to generate revenue, contain costs, and identify new business opportunities and program expansion.
- Standard Operating Procedures: Collaborate with the Dream Home Senior Director to establish and implement SOPs and core standards for all campaigns, including guidelines for builders, developers, and subcontractors.
- Campaign Oversight: Oversee all aspects of campaign operations, ensuring annual budget growth and adherence to responsibilities.
Qualifications:
- Fundraising Expertise: Deep understanding of raffle-based fundraising, audience engagement, and marketing techniques.
- Industry Relationships: Strong relationships with media partners and a solid understanding of market economics, particularly in the housing market.
- Specialized Knowledge: Ability to attain specialized knowledge in the operation of the ALSAC-St. Jude’s Dream Home program.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with the building community, staff members, and executives.
- Analytical Skills: Proficient in understanding complex verbal and written instructions and data processing applications.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience in home building, development, or construction.
- Preferred Experience: Proven experience in campaign sponsorship and familiarity with ALSAC division processes and systems.
- Travel Requirements: This position will require travel.
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Benefits & Perks
The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.
We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.
- Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
- 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
- Exceptional Paid Time Off
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
- Infertility Treatment Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Education Assistance
- Enterprise Learning and Development
- And more
ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.
ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.
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