Blood Drive Event Planner - (Expired Job)

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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $23.50 - $34.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

30 days PTO
potential company bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Healthcare and dependent care FSA
Short and Long-Term Disability
Employee assistance program
basic life insurance

Job Description

The Blood Connection is a reputable nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring a safe and adequate blood supply for communities in need. Established with a mission to save lives through blood donation and educational outreach, The Blood Connection operates as a vital blood bank and donor resources company serving hospitals, patients, and donors within its territory. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and community engagement, the organization emphasizes the importance of collaboration and partnership in meeting the growing needs for blood products and related services. The Blood Connection prides itself on fostering strong relationships with corporate sponsors, donors, and health organizations to maintain a sustainable, reliable blood supply that supports countless medical treatments and emergency responses across its service areas.

The Account Manager role within The Blood Connection’s Donor Resources Department is a pivotal position focused on managing, growing, and optimizing blood drive accounts within a specific territory. This position involves strategically partnering with existing sponsors and proactively identifying new business opportunities to maximize blood collection and support the organization's overall goals. The Account Manager will work closely with a management team to develop and implement innovative plans, marketing strategies, and community outreach initiatives designed to recruit and retain donors effectively. With an active role in planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement, this position is essential to the organization’s success in meeting blood collection targets and fulfilling the mission of saving lives.

The role requires a highly motivated and results-oriented individual who can adeptly handle relationship management, event coordination, and promotional activities all while delivering outstanding customer service to donors, sponsors, and internal teams. The Account Manager will be responsible for overseeing donor recruitment campaigns, arranging meetings and presentations, and utilizing marketing tools to increase donor participation at blood drives. Additionally, they will educate the community by participating in health fairs, marketing events, and public speaking engagements to amplify the organization’s outreach.

This is a dynamic role that offers opportunities to develop strong interpersonal skills, serve diverse communities, and directly contribute to life-saving efforts. The organization supports ongoing learning and professional growth, making it an excellent career choice for individuals passionate about community health and nonprofit impact. Employment terms typically include full-time status with competitive benefits such as paid time off, health insurance, retirement plans, and employee assistance programs. Candidates will find opportunities for continuous engagement both within the territory and through The Blood Connection’s broader network, providing meaningful work in a collaborative environment where results truly matter.

Job Requirements

  • College degree preferred
  • outside sales and/or marketing experience of 2 years preferred or related experience
  • public speaking ability
  • experience with Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • valid driver’s license with no major infractions
  • dependable transportation
  • ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously
  • ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines
  • excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
  • strong computer skills
  • ability to work with all levels and in a diverse work environment
  • ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peers

Job Qualifications

  • College degree preferred
  • outside sales and/or marketing experience of 2 years preferred or related experience
  • public speaking ability to sell The Blood Connection to all groups in the community by carrying our message of community service and the necessity of participation and support
  • experience with Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • valid driver’s license with no major infractions and dependable transportation
  • ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously to patrons, donors, sponsors, and co-workers
  • ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines
  • excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
  • strong computer skills
  • ability to work with all levels and in a diverse work environment
  • ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peers

Job Duties

  • Plan and execute effective strategies to recruit, retain, and manage sponsor group organizations and relationships to achieve territory blood collection goals
  • establishes blood drive projections in line with Divisional resources and needs
  • develop potential sponsor leads
  • strategize recruitment tactics well in advance of blood drive date and adhere to drive planning best practices
  • hold external stakeholders responsible for helping to achieve drive goals
  • effectively communicate with donor chairpersons and donor groups pre, during and post drive event
  • encourage creativity and successful campaigns to increase donor participation at blood drives
  • implement all TBC marketing programs
  • exhibit teamwork within division to help ensure Divisional goal is met
  • establish committees to recruit donors and volunteer at drives
  • coordinate meetings and presentations within sponsor groups to teach donor recruitment techniques and encourage importance of each account hitting goal
  • provide superior customer service to blood donors, blood donor groups, internal and external customers
  • establish patronage and relationships with blood drive sponsor groups
  • educate the community by attending health fairs and community/marketing events and giving presentations to spread the mission of The Blood Connection
  • organize meetings with sponsor contacts, committees, and/or employees to educate them and promote blood drives
  • seek out supervisory, health/safety meetings, and employee meetings to further educate and recruit donors for blood drives
  • build strong relationships with sponsor groups to grow blood drives into more successful events

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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